Overview
- Blue Cross posted the guidance on Thursday, June 4, 2026, naming safe treats such as blueberries, bananas, apples, carrots, peas, cabbage, cooked potatoes, and cooked sweet potatoes.
- The charity listed clearly dangerous items for dogs including tomato leaves, leeks, grapes, raisins, onions, wild mushrooms, garlic, avocado, and macadamia nuts.
- Blue Cross stressed that fruit and vegetables should only make up a small part of a dog’s daily diet and that portions must be adjusted for breed, age, and size.
- The alert reminds owners that treats add calories and recommends cutting main food if a dog gets extra treats while suggesting low‑calorie options and interactive toys to slow eating.
- The charity links to a full food safety list and feeding FAQs on its website and urges owners to consult a vet for dog‑specific advice and for signs of food intolerance or poisoning.