Summer may be starting to wind down as thoughts of children going back to school in less than a month creep in- but we won’t go down without a fight! There is still plenty of time to throw that ultimate backyard BBQ, or a rocking patio party… just don’t forget about your furry friends at home!

Here is a simple list of human foods that are safe for your pet:

Safe for dogs:

1. Peanut Butter
2. Cooked chicken, turkey, salmon
3. eggs (cooked, i.e scrambled) or oatmeal- both add protein to their diets.
4. cheese, yogurt- yogurt is great to use if your dog passes gas a lot, or is particularly… stinky.
5. baby carrots, pumpkin, green beans- be careful when giving your dog vegetables, it may seem like a good idea, but there are hidden terrors. for example, a broccoli stalk might be OK, yet the head contains sothiocyanate- which can be poisonous (same with cauliflower).
6. apple slices, honey and coconut.

Dangerous foods for dogs:

Safe for cats:

1. cooked meats ( try avoiding Tuna)
2. spinach, fish oil
3. cantaloupe, banana, pumpkin, apples, blueberries
4. peas

Dangerous foods for cats:

1. very similar to the info-graphic for dogs, as well as:
2. chives
3. milk/ dairy products- a lot of cats are actually intolerant towards dairy
4. fat trimmings and bones
5. raw eggs, meat or fish
6. dog food
7. liver