Can my Chihuahua eat this?
Look up any food and we'll tell you whether your Chihuahua can eat it, how much is safe and which symptoms to watch for if it's toxic. 114 foods reviewed.
✅ Safe ⚠️ In moderation ❌ Toxic
Fruits
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Apples
Yes, without the seeds or core.
Avocado
NO. It contains persin, which is toxic to dogs.
Bananas
Yes, but only once in a while.
Blueberries
Yes, they are an excellent choice.
Cantaloupe
Yes, without the seeds or rind.
Cherries
NO. The pit, leaves and stem contain cyanide.
Coconut
Yes, in a very small amount.
Grapes
NO. Toxic to dogs, even in small amounts.
Kiwi
Yes, occasionally, peeled and in small amounts.
Lemons
NO. Too acidic, and the peel is toxic.
Mango
Yes, without the pit or skin.
Oranges
Better to skip: the acidity doesn't agree with him.
Peaches
The flesh, yes. The pit, NEVER.
Pears
Yes, without the seeds.
Pineapple
Fresh only, and just a little.
Pomegranate
Better to avoid: it upsets the stomach.
Raisins
NO. Even more concentrated than grapes.
Strawberries
Yes, in small amounts.
Watermelon
Yes, without the seeds or rind.
Vegetables
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Bell peppers
Yes, sweet ones (red, yellow, green). Spicy ones, NO.
Broccoli
Yes, cooked and in very small amounts.
Carrots
Yes, raw as a chew or cooked.
Celery
Yes, in small sticks.
Chives
NO. Same family as onion and garlic.
Corn
Kernels, yes. The whole cob, NO.
Cucumbers
Yes, perfect in summer.
Green beans
Yes, boiled and unsalted.
Leeks
NO. Part of the onion family.
Lettuce
Yes, in small amounts.
Mushrooms
Store-bought, yes. Wild mushrooms, NO.
Olives
Better to avoid. Far too salty.
Onions
NO. Toxic in any form.
Potatoes
Cooked, yes. Raw, NO.
Pumpkin
Yes, cooked and unsweetened.
Rhubarb
NO. The leaves are highly toxic.
Spinach
Better to avoid for Chihuahuas.
Sweet potatoes
Yes, cooked.
Tomatoes
Ripe, yes. Green, NO.
Zucchini
Yes, boiled and unsalted.
Meat & fish
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Beef
Yes, cooked and unseasoned.
Chicken
Yes, cooked and boneless.
Cooked bones
NO. They splinter and can puncture.
Eggs
Yes, cooked. Not raw.
Ham
Better to avoid. Far too salty.
Liver
Yes, cooked and very occasionally.
Pork
Only lean and well cooked.
Salmon
Yes, always cooked.
Sardines
Yes, fresh or canned in water.
Sausage and cold cuts
NO. Salt, fat and additives.
Shrimp and shellfish
Cooked and unsalted, yes. Raw, NO.
Tuna
Cooked only, occasionally, with no salt.
Turkey
Yes, cooked and unsalted.
Dairy
Grains
Snacks
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Candy
NO. Sugar, food coloring and possibly xylitol.
Chewing gum
☠️ NO. Almost all gum contains xylitol.
Chocolate
NO. Toxic to dogs.
Cookies
Better to avoid. They may contain sugar, chocolate or xylitol.
Donuts
NO. Sugar, fat, flour and sometimes chocolate.
Honey
Yes, in a tiny amount.
Peanut butter
Only if it's xylitol-free, and very little.
Popcorn
Plain, yes, with no salt or butter.
Xylitol (gum, candy)
☠️ DEADLY. A tiny amount can kill.
Seasonings & condiments
Nuts
Drinks
Plants
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Aloe vera
NO. The sap is toxic if swallowed.
Anthurium
NO. Similar toxicity to pothos.
Azaleas
☠️ Same toxicity as rhododendron.
Basil
Yes, a little, fresh.
Begonias
NO. The tubers are especially toxic.
Cannabis (marijuana)
☠️ NO. Especially dangerous for Chihuahuas.
Castor bean plant
☠️ The seeds contain ricin, which is deadly.
Chamomile
Mild, cooled tea, yes.
Chrysanthemums
NO. Toxic to dogs.
Cyclamen
NO. Saponins in the root and tuber.
Daffodils
NO. The bulb is highly toxic.
Dracaena
NO. Toxic saponins.
Eucalyptus
NO: leaves, oil or inhaled.
Ficus
NO. Its white sap is irritating.
Geraniums
NO. Geraniol and linalool are irritants.
Hydrangeas
NO. Cyanogenic glycosides.
Ivy
NO. Saponins and polyacetylenes.
Lilies
NO. The whole plant is toxic.
Lily of the valley
☠️ EXTREMELY toxic.
Mint
Yes, but only a few leaves.
Monstera
NO. The whole plant is toxic.
Oleander
☠️ The ENTIRE plant is deadly.
Parsley
Yes, a pinch of fresh parsley.
Peace lily
NO, even though it's not a true lily.
Philodendron
NO. Same family as monstera and pothos.
Pothos
NO. Calcium oxalate crystals.
Rhododendron
☠️ VERY toxic: grayanotoxins.
Rosemary
Yes, a pinch of fresh leaves.
Snake plant
NO. Toxic saponins in the leaves.
Tulips
NO. The bulb is the most toxic part.
Yew
☠️ DEADLY even in small amounts.
ZZ plant
NO. Calcium oxalate crystals.
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Did your Chihuahua eat something toxic?
If you think he swallowed a food marked ❌ and he's showing symptoms, call your vet right away. Don't make him throw up unless a professional tells you to. Bring the package with you if you can.
This information is for general guidance and is not a substitute for advice from a licensed veterinarian. Every Chihuahua can react differently; if in doubt, always check with a professional.