Safe (In Moderation)

Cheese is a favorite for many dogs and works excellently as a “high value” reward during training or to hide medication pills.

Best Options

• Cottage Cheese: Low in fat and sodium; often the safest choice.
• Mozzarella: Lower in salt than aged cheeses.
• Hard Cheeses (Cheddar/Swiss): Lower in lactose than soft cheeses.

Risks

• Lactose Intolerance: Many dogs cannot digest milk sugars. If your dog gets gas or diarrhea after eating cheese, stop feeding it.
• Blue Cheese: ⚠️ Avoid. The fungus used to make blue cheeses (like Roquefort) can produce roquefortine C, which is toxic to dogs.

Verdict: Safe for most dogs in small quantities.