Can dogs eat Spring onion?
No - spring onions are true onions and are toxic to dogs. They damage red blood cells, the effect is cumulative, and cooking does not reduce it.
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How much is safe?
None. Spring onion is never safe for dogs - not even a little.
Think they have eaten Spring onion?
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
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