If your pet is showing warning signs, identify which toxic foods may be responsible. Browse 10 symptom categories — each linked to foods in our veterinary database.
If you suspect poisoning, call a vet immediately.
ASPCA Animal Poison Control: 888-426-4435 · Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661
Includes vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite. Often the first sign of ingestion.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Muscle twitching, shaking, rigidity, or progressive weakness. Often indicates nervous system involvement.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Sudden loss of consciousness, convulsions, or inability to stand. Requires immediate emergency care.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Unusual sleepiness, lack of energy, unresponsiveness, or behavioral changes. Can signal systemic toxicity.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Abnormal heart rate, irregular rhythm, palpitations, or cardiovascular distress.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Polydipsia and polyuria are hallmarks of kidney stress and certain metabolic toxicities.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Labored breathing, coughing, panting at rest, or wheezing. Can indicate pulmonary or cardiac toxicity.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Yellowing of skin or eyes, decreased urination, swollen abdomen — signs of organ damage from toxins.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Incoordination, head tilting, disorientation, or altered mental status indicating central nervous system effects.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Hypersalivation, pawing at the mouth, or swollen lips and tongue. Often caused by contact irritants.
Foods that may cause this symptom
Our Clinical Database has 145+ food safety profiles across 10 species — searchable by name, category, and safety verdict.
Suspected poisoning? Call a vet now.
ASPCA: 888-426-4435