Easter Foods Dogs Should Avoid
Springtime is filled with sunshine, egg hunts, and sweet treats—but for our canine companions, Easter can bring some hidden hazards. Many popular holiday foods are toxic to dogs and could lead to emergency vet visits if ingested.
At Canine Holistics™, we’re passionate about helping you celebrate every season safely and naturally. Here’s your essential guide to Easter foods dogs should avoid, plus a list of healthy, dog-friendly treats to enjoy instead!
Foods to Keep Away from Your Dog This Easter
🚫 Chocolate 🍫
Chocolate contains theobromine, a compound that’s highly toxic to dogs. Even small amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, or worse.
Most dangerous types: Dark chocolate, cocoa powder, baking chocolate.
🚫 Hot Cross Buns 🍇
These popular Easter pastries often contain raisins or currants, both of which can lead to sudden kidney failure in dogs—even in small amounts.
🚫 Easter Candy & Sugar-Free Sweets 🍬
Candies containing xylitol (a common sugar substitute) can rapidly lower your dog’s blood sugar, causing seizures or liver damage.
Warning: Marshmallows, mints, and some peanut butters may contain xylitol.
🚫 Cooked Bones 🦴
Cooked lamb or ham bones may splinter, causing internal injuries, blockages, or choking.
🚫 Rich Table Scraps 🥘
Greasy meats, gravies, and creamy casseroles can trigger pancreatitis, a painful and dangerous inflammation of your dog’s pancreas.
Healthy & Dog-Safe Easter Treat Alternatives
✅ Dehydrated Meat Treats 🥩
Simple and nutritious, single-ingredient meat treats are high in protein and free of harmful additives. Choose options like chicken breast, turkey, or beef liver.
✅ Homemade Dog Biscuits 🍌
Use ingredients like pumpkin, banana, oats, and coconut flour to make festive Easter cookies. You can even shape them into eggs or bunnies!
✅ Dog-Friendly Carob Treats
Carob is a safe, chocolate-like alternative for dogs. Look for carob treats or make your own with carob powder and natural peanut butter.
✅ Raw Veggie Snacks 🥒
Crisp veggies like carrots, cucumber, and green beans are great low-calorie Easter snacks that support dental and digestive health.
✅ Holistic Supplements (That Taste Like Treats!)
Looking for a way to sneak in some extra nutrients? Our Brewer’s Yeast Powder supports your dog’s coat, digestion, and energy levels—just sprinkle it over food or mix it into treats!
🛒 Try Brewer’s Yeast Supplement
Create a Safe & Special Easter Basket for Your Pup 🧺
Include dog-safe goodies like:
- Natural chews and single-ingredient snacks
- Spring-themed toys or plushies 🐥🐰
- Holistic Products from Canine Holistics™
Explore All Holistic Products 👈🏼👀
Celebrate Easter Safely—with Canine Holistics®
This Easter, keep your dog safe from toxic foods and treat them to natural, wholesome options they’ll love. Whether it’s a crunchy carrot or a nourishing supplement, your dog can be part of the celebration—safely.
Wishing you and your pup a happy, healthy Easter, from all of us at Canine Holistics®.