Not Safe for Dogs
Medium dog serving: never
Key warning: all shallots — raw cooked and shallot-flavored products
Can Dogs Eat Shallots? No — More Toxic Than Onions, Causes Anemia
This food is NOT safe for dogs. Keep it away from your pet.
Shallots are toxic to dogs. They are members of the Allium family and contain thiosulfate causing hemolytic anemia. Shallots are more concentrated in toxic compounds than regular onions making them particularly dangerous.
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Warning Signs & Symptoms
Hemolytic anemia: pale or white gums, weakness, lethargy, rapid breathing, reddish urine. Vomiting and diarrhea shortly after ingestion. Symptoms may peak 1-5 days later.
If Your Dog Ate This
Call vet or ASPCA Poison Control 888-426-4435 if significant amount consumed.
What to Avoid
all shallots — raw cooked and shallot-flavored products
Preparation & Serving
Call vet or ASPCA Poison Control 888-426-4435 immediately. More toxic per gram than onions.
Did you know?
Shallots were brought to Europe by Crusaders returning from the Middle East in the 12th century — the name comes from Ashkelon the same city that gave us scallion. French cuisine elevated shallots to an essential ingredient and France remains the largest shallot consumer per capita in the world. Shallots grow in clusters like garlic rather than as single bulbs like onions.
Portions & nutrition
- Serving (small dog)
- never
- Serving (medium dog)
- never
- Serving (large dog)
- never
- Calories (per 100g)
- 72
- Safe frequency
- Never
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What You Need to Know
Shallots are used extensively in French and Asian cooking and are more toxic per gram than regular onions due to higher thiosulfate concentration. All parts are toxic — the bulb layers and outer skin. Cooked shallots are equally dangerous as cooking does not eliminate thiosulfate. Never give dogs any food containing shallots.
Not sure what to do next? Read our emergency guide What to Do If Your Dog Eats Something Toxic
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