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Pet Food Safety

Pizza & Pets: Toxic — Do Not Feed

Also known as: Pizza, Pizza Slice, Pizza Crust, Pepperoni Pizza

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TOXIC / DANGER
Pizza is toxic to pets — do not feed
Quick Answer

No — Pizza is toxic to dogs and cats and should never be fed. Pizza contains multiple harmful ingredients: (1) garlic in nearly all pizza sauce and dough — contains thiosulfate causing hemolytic anemia; (2) onion often in sauce; (3) high-fat cheese and oils — pancreatitis risk; (4) high sodium. If a pet eats pizza, contact a veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) right away. This is general educational information, not veterinary advice.

Safe for Dogs?
❌ No
Safe for Cats?
❌ No
Safety Level
TOXIC / DANGER

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Detailed Safety Information

Pizza contains multiple harmful ingredients: (1) garlic in nearly all pizza sauce and dough — contains thiosulfate causing hemolytic anemia; (2) onion often in sauce; (3) high-fat cheese and oils — pancreatitis risk; (4) high sodium. Even a small slice contains garlic. Cats are more susceptible to allium toxicosis than dogs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can dogs eat pizza?

No, pizza should not be fed to dogs. Pizza contains multiple harmful ingredients: (1) garlic in nearly all pizza sauce and dough — contains thiosulfate causing hemolytic anemia; (2) onion often in sauce; (3) high-fat cheese and oils — pancreatitis risk; (4) high sodium. Even a small slice contains garlic. Cats are more susceptible to allium toxicosis than dogs.

Can cats eat pizza?

No, pizza is not safe for cats. Pizza contains multiple harmful ingredients: (1) garlic in nearly all pizza sauce and dough — contains thiosulfate causing hemolytic anemia; (2) onion often in sauce; (3) high-fat cheese and oils — pancreatitis risk; (4) high sodium. Even a small slice contains garlic. Cats are more susceptible to allium toxicosis than dogs.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Safety assessments are based on published data from ASPCA, AKC, and veterinary literature. Individual pets may react differently based on size, breed, health conditions, and quantity consumed. If your pet has consumed a potentially dangerous food, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) immediately.

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