Vegetables
Garlic
Not Safe
Garlic can be toxic to dogs and should not be intentionally fed.
- Potentially Toxic
Safe part
None for intentional feeding.
Avoid
Garlic in all forms, including raw, cooked, dehydrated and granulated garlic.
Preparation
Do not intentionally feed garlic or foods containing meaningful amounts of garlic.
Serving guidance
No intentional serving.
Did your dog already eat some?
A meaningful garlic exposure warrants veterinary or pet poison service guidance, particularly when concentrated or dehydrated garlic is involved.
Why we say this
Garlic is an Allium and can damage red blood cells, potentially causing hemolytic anemia. Raw, cooked, dehydrated and granulated forms can all be problematic.
Sources
- Merck Veterinary Manual — Garlic and Onion (Allium spp.) Toxicosis in Animals
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Confidence: High · Last reviewed 2026-09-01