Can dogs eat Chives?
No - chives are an allium, like onion and garlic, and are toxic to dogs. They are especially easy to miss because they turn up in cream cheese, dips and garnishes.
Full guide: Can dogs eat onions?
Last reviewed
How much is safe?
None. Chives is never safe for dogs - not even a little.
Think they have eaten Chives?
Call your vet straight away, or the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 - do not wait for symptoms to show.
We read labels, we are not vets - in an emergency your vet is the only right answer.
Can dogs eat these?
Sources
Veterinary and animal-welfare references behind this verdict. We are not vets - these are the published sources we read.
- Garlic and Onion (Allium spp) Toxicosis in Animals MSD Veterinary Manual
- People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Looking for a food to feed instead? browse the directory or read the guides.
This is label analysis, not veterinary advice - if your dog has a health condition, talk to your vet before switching foods.