Dog Diet & Nutrition Guide
Everything you need to know about feeding your dog — from raw and grain-free diets to puppy and senior formulas. Plus a complete reference guide to foods toxic to dogs.
12 diet types · 52 toxic foods listed
Dog Diet Types
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Grain-Free
No wheat, corn or soy — ideal for dogs with grain sensitivities or allergies.
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Raw Food (BARF)
Biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) — fresh meat, bones, organs and veg.
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Senior Formula
Reduced calories and joint-supporting nutrients for dogs aged 7+.
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Puppy Formula
Higher protein and DHA-rich formulas to support healthy puppy development.
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Weight Management
Calorie-controlled diets with L-carnitine to help overweight dogs reach a healthy weight.
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High-Protein
Meat-first recipes with 30%+ protein for active, working and sporting breeds.
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Limited Ingredient
Single protein and carbohydrate source to simplify elimination diets.
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Wet Food (Canned)
A specialised feeding approach for dogs with specific nutritional needs.
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Dry Kibble
A specialised feeding approach for dogs with specific nutritional needs.
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Homemade
A specialised feeding approach for dogs with specific nutritional needs.
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Prescription / Veterinary Diet
A specialised feeding approach for dogs with specific nutritional needs.
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Breed-Specific
A specialised feeding approach for dogs with specific nutritional needs.
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Foods Toxic to Dogs
52 human foods are dangerous to dogs — some are fatal even in small amounts. If your dog ingests any of the following, contact your vet or the Animal Poison Line immediately.
Emergency: Animal Poison Line — 01202 509000 (UK) · ASPCA — 888-426-4435 (US)
- Green Tomatoes and Tomato Plants Moderate
- Raw Potatoes Moderate
- Almonds Moderate
- Apple Seeds Moderate
- Lemons and Limes Moderate
- Grapefruits Moderate
- Yeast Extract (Marmite / Vegemite) Moderate
- Milk and Dairy (in excess) Moderate
- Ice Cream Moderate
- Tea (strong or large amounts) Moderate
- Xylitol Severe
- Mushrooms (Wild) Severe
- Tobacco and Nicotine Products Severe
- Chewing Gum (Sugar-Free) Severe
- Peanut Butter (with Xylitol) Severe
- Xylitol in Medications Severe
- Blue-Green Algae (water) Severe
- Ibuprofen and NSAIDs Severe
- Chocolate High
- Grapes and Raisins High
- Onions High
- Garlic High
- Macadamia Nuts High
- Alcohol High
- Caffeine High
- Raw Yeast Dough High
- Currants High
- Shallots High
- Hops High
- Mouldy Food High
- Coffee Grounds High
- Energy Drinks High
- Avocado Moderate
- Cooked Bones Moderate
- Salt and Salty Snacks Moderate
- Nutmeg Moderate
- Cherries Moderate
- Rhubarb Moderate
- Walnuts Moderate
- Pecans Moderate
- Peach Pits Moderate
- Plum Pits Moderate
- Chives Moderate
- Leeks Moderate
- Marijuana / Cannabis Moderate
- Nutmeg (large quantities) Moderate
- Corn Cobs Moderate
- Fruit Stones and Pits (General) Moderate
- Raw Meat with Listeria / Salmonella Moderate
- Baking Powder Moderate
- Baking Soda (large amounts) Moderate
- Human Vitamins with Iron Moderate