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Valentine’s Day Safety: Dangerous Foods to Avoid for Pets

Pet Care Tips 3 min read
Valentine's foods pets should avoid.

Valentine’s Day is a day for big surprises. You may set up a display full of chocolates, or have a home-cooked meal prepared for your love. However, the last surprise you want is to have to go to the vet because your pet ate something they shouldn’t. Learn which dangerous foods to avoid for pets before planning your festivities!

Dangerous Foods to Avoid for Pets This Valentine’s

Whether you’re planning a big surprise or just bringing in some Valentine’s Day fun, food can be a big part of the day. However, some of these common Valentine’s treats could cause your pet to become seriously ill.

Chocolates

Chocolate may be one of Valentine’s Day’s most anticipated goodies, but it is incredibly dangerous for your fur kiddo. Keep these goodies well out of reach and don’t leave pets alone with a grand display of love that includes chocolate embellishments!

Alcohol

If wine or other alcoholic beverages are a part of your Valentine’s Day plans, be sure to keep them away from your pet. Alcohol can cause serious illness in pets, even in small amounts. Beverages that use milk may be especially tempting, so keep them away from your curious fur kiddo.

Candy

Candy isn’t great for pets since it has excessive amounts of sugar sugar. However, some candy can even be incredibly dangerous because of the ingredient xylitol, which is a sugar alternative. Xylitol may be found in candies, gum, and peanut butter, so never leave your pet unattended when bringing candy into the house.

Onions and Garlic

Whether you’re cooking a romantic Italian dinner or a beloved dish that contains onions or garlic, remember not to share with your fur kiddo. Onions and garlic contain a compound toxic to pets, whether they are raw, cooked, or powdered.

This is by no means a comprehensive list – always exercise caution when your pet is around human food. It could save you a hefty vet bill!

What to Do if Your Pet Ingests Something Toxic

Don’t hesitate if your pet has ingested something toxic

Don’t hesitate if your pet has ingested something toxic. Call your vet or local emergency pet clinic immediately.

If you know what they ate, be prepared to tell the vet the ingredients list, how much they consumed, when they ate it, and their approximate weight. These details will help them to determine your next course of action.

While food is most tempting for fur kiddos, don’t forget that there are all sorts of Valentine’s Day hazards for pets out there, so be diligent.

Safe Foods for A Pet-Safe Valentine’s Day

You may not want to leave your fur kiddo out of the fun, which is totally understandable!

To make Valentine’s Day just as memorable for them as it is for you, try a wholesome pet treat. Our brand new Woof U Be Mine treats have love in every heart-shaped bite. Made by a professional chef in small batches, these treats will have your fuzzy Valentine begging for more!

Plus, with healthy and wholesome ingredients like beets, apples, and raspberries, they will get an antioxidant boost, too. What better way to tell your pet ‘I Love You’?

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Published: February 14, 2025

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