Caution Brown Sugar
Veterinary pet-nutrition sources generally state that brown sugar is not toxic to dogs, but it provides no nutritional benefit and excessive sugar intake is associated with health and digestive concerns.
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Toxic Chocolate Chips
Veterinary toxicology sources classify chocolate chips as toxic to dogs because they contain theobromine and caffeine, compounds that dogs cannot metabolise safely.
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Toxic Cocoa Powder
Veterinary toxicology sources classify cocoa powder as toxic to dogs because it contains very high concentrations of theobromine and caffeine.
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Caution Flour
Veterinary and pet-nutrition sources generally describe plain flour as non-toxic to dogs, but note potential risks related to digestion, allergies, and its role in raw dough products.
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Caution Pancake Mix
Veterinary and pet-nutrition sources describe pancake mix as not inherently toxic to dogs but highlight risks related to added sugar, salt, leavening agents, and other ingredients commonly found in commercial mixes.
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Caution Sugar
Sugar is not classified as toxic to dogs, but veterinary sources note concerns related to digestive upset, obesity, dental disease, and related health effects when consumed.
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Toxic Vanilla Extract
Vanilla extract is classified as unsafe for dogs because it contains high levels of alcohol, which veterinary toxicology sources list as toxic to dogs.
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