Can dogs eat pizza?
Quick answer: Not recommended — pizza is best avoided for dogs.
Quick verdict
Caution
Key risk
Onion and garlic in the sauce are toxic, and the cheese, salt and fat are unhealthy.
Why
Pizza is salty, fatty and usually contains onion or garlic, so it is best avoided for dogs.
Can dogs eat pizza, and why?
Pizza is salty, fatty and usually contains onion or garlic, so it is best avoided for dogs. Onion and garlic in the sauce are toxic, and the cheese, salt and fat are unhealthy.
Dogs are omnivores, so most of their diet should be a complete, balanced dog food, with treats on top. They cope with a wide range of foods, but rich, fatty or sugary ones can cause stomach upset and, over time, weight gain or pancreatitis.
Warning — what to watch for
Onion and garlic in the sauce are toxic, and the cheese, salt and fat are unhealthy.
If your dog has eaten pizza, don’t wait for symptoms — contact your vet immediately, or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 (24/7, UK). Signs of a problem can include vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, lethargy, tremors or loss of appetite.
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Frequently asked questions
Can dogs eat pizza?
Caution. Pizza is salty, fatty and usually contains onion or garlic, so it is best avoided for dogs.
What happens if my dog eats pizza?
Onion and garlic in the sauce are toxic, and the cheese, salt and fat are unhealthy. If your dog has eaten pizza, contact your vet or the Animal PoisonLine (01202 509000) straight away — don’t wait for symptoms.
Is pizza poisonous to dogs?
Caution. Pizza is salty, fatty and usually contains onion or garlic, so it is best avoided for dogs.
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Sources
Our verdict on whether dogs can eat pizza draws on established UK and US veterinary and welfare organisations. Individual pets, quantities and preparation vary — always confirm with your own vet.