Can my Yorkie eat…?

Berries to melon — sweet treats where seeds, pits, and portion size are the whole game.

Crunchy, low-calorie treats and toppers — plus a few in the allium family to keep well away.

Lean proteins Yorkies love, with the cooking, boning, and seasoning rules that keep them safe.

Rich, palatable extras that many small dogs enjoy in tiny amounts — with lactose and fat caveats.

Gentle, bland-diet staples and starchy treats, served plain and in moderation.

From peanut butter to the ingredients you must never share, like chocolate and xylitol.

Kitchen seasonings and their safety for a tiny dog — starting with the one that matters most, salt.

Things that never belong in a Yorkie's bowl: alcohol, caffeine, and the household sources owners overlook.

No. Alcohol is toxic to dogs, and a Yorkie's tiny body needs only a very small amount to become dangerously intoxicated. This includes spilled drinks, hand sanitiser, and raw bread dough.

Use caution. Almonds are not considered toxic to dogs, but for a Yorkie they are a real choking and obstruction risk, they are high in fat that can upset the stomach or contribute to pancreatitis, and they are frequently salted.

Yes, the flesh — apple slices are a crunchy, safe treat once you remove the core and seeds and cut them into small pieces.

In small amounts — only plain, unsweetened applesauce with no added sugar, cinnamon, or sweeteners is okay for Yorkies, and just a spoonful.

Yes — a little ripe apricot flesh is safe for Yorkies once the pit and any stem or leaves are removed, but the pit is a serious choking and cyanide hazard, so it must always come out.

Yes — asparagus cooked soft and cut into small pieces is safe for Yorkies; tough raw stalks are a choking risk, so skip those.

Use caution. Avocado flesh is not a common cause of serious poisoning in dogs, but the pit is a real choking and obstruction hazard and the flesh is very fatty — so it's not a good fit for a Yorkie.

Use caution, and read the label every time. Plain single-ingredient meat baby food is sometimes used to tempt a sick or picky Yorkie to eat, but many baby foods contain onion or garlic powder — which are toxic to dogs — so the ingredient list is the whole story.

Avoid. Bacon is very high in salt and fat and is loaded with grease — for a 5-pound Yorkie that fat and salt combination is a real trigger for stomach upset, pancreatitis, and salt-related illness.

Yes, in small amounts — a thin slice of banana is a safe, sweet treat, but it's high in sugar so keep portions tiny for a Yorkie.

No. Barbecue sauce is loaded with sugar and salt and usually made with onion and garlic powder — all bad news for a tiny Yorkie.

Yes — lean, plain, fully cooked beef with the fat drained is a protein-rich treat for Yorkies, served in small amounts.

No. Human beef jerky is heavily salted and seasoned, and many brands contain onion or garlic powder — which are toxic to dogs — so keep it away from your Yorkie.

In small amounts — plain cooked beets are safe for Yorkies now and then, but sugar and oxalates mean they're a limited treat, and pickled beets are too salty.

Yes — plain bell pepper with the seeds and stem removed and cut into small pieces is a crunchy, vitamin-rich treat for Yorkies.

Yes — a few fresh blackberries are a safe, antioxidant-rich, low-sugar treat for a Yorkie in small amounts.

Yes — blueberries are a safe, antioxidant-rich treat and their small size makes them a handy low-calorie training reward.

In small amounts — a little plain baked bread won't harm most Yorkies, but it's empty calories, so keep it rare.

In small amounts, yes — a little plain broccoli is safe, but larger amounts can upset a Yorkie's stomach, so keep it under about 10% of the diet.

Yes — plain, cooked Brussels sprouts in small amounts are safe for Yorkies, but they're known for causing gas, so keep the portion modest.

Use caution. Butter isn't toxic, but it is essentially pure fat with lactose, so even a small amount can upset a Yorkie's stomach or, in a susceptible dog, help trigger pancreatitis. It has no benefit, so it's best kept off the menu.

Yes — plain cooked, deseeded butternut squash is a gentle, dog-friendly veg for Yorkies, much like pumpkin.

Yes — plain, cooked cabbage in small amounts is safe for Yorkies, though it can cause gas, so keep the portion modest.

No. Caffeine is toxic to dogs. It is the same family of compound that makes chocolate dangerous, and a Yorkie's small body reaches a harmful dose from a surprisingly small amount.

Yes — small pieces of cantaloupe flesh with the rind and seeds removed are a safe, hydrating treat, but it's sugary, so keep portions small for a Yorkie.

Yes — carrots are a low-calorie, crunchy treat most Yorkies enjoy, as long as you cut them small enough to avoid choking.

Use caution. Cashews are not toxic to dogs, but they are very high in fat and are usually sold salted or roasted, and they pose a choking risk — so at most a Yorkie should have a couple of plain unsalted ones, and even that is not necessary.

Yes — plain, cooked cauliflower cut into small florets is safe for Yorkies in modest amounts, though it can cause a bit of gas.

Yes — plain celery is a safe, low-calorie, crunchy treat for a Yorkie, cut into small pieces.

Only a few pieces of a plain, low-sugar cereal, dry — and only if it has no chocolate, raisins, or xylitol. Most cereals are too sugary for a tiny dog.

In tiny amounts, usually yes — many Yorkies tolerate a small piece of plain low-salt cheese as a high-value treat, but it's fatty and some dogs are lactose-sensitive.

Yes — a little cherry flesh is fine for Yorkies, but only with the pit and stem removed, and just one or two at a time.

In a tiny, soaked amount — a small pinch of chia seeds soaked in water is fine for Yorkies and adds a little fiber and omega-3.

Yes — plain, fully cooked chickpeas can be a small fibre- and protein-rich treat for Yorkies, but never raw or dried, and never as hummus.

Avoid. Chips — potato crisps — are high in salt and fat and are frequently flavoured with onion or garlic powder. They're a poor snack for a Yorkie, and flavoured varieties carry a real toxicity concern.

No. Chocolate is toxic to dogs, and for a dog as small as a Yorkie even a little can be dangerous. Darker and baking chocolate are the most dangerous.

Use caution. A tiny trace of cinnamon is not considered toxic to dogs, but in any real quantity it irritates the mouth and airways, offers a Yorkie no benefit, and should not be confused with nutmeg, which is a bigger concern.

Use caution. Cloves contain a compound called eugenol that can irritate a dog's mouth and stomach and, in concentrated form or large amounts, may harm the liver — and whole cloves are a choking hazard. There's no benefit for a Yorkie.

No. Cocoa powder is one of the most dangerous forms of chocolate for dogs because it's so concentrated. For a Yorkie, even a small spill can be a real emergency.

Use caution. Coconut flesh and oil are not toxic to dogs, but they are very high in fat and MCTs that can cause stomach upset in a small dog, sweetened coconut adds sugar, and coconut water is high in potassium — so this is a food to limit, not a staple.

Yes — plain, cooked, boneless and skinless cod with no salt or seasoning is a gentle, lean fish for Yorkies served in small amounts.

No. Cooked bones splinter, and in a dog the size of a Yorkie a splinter that a Labrador might pass can obstruct or perforate the gut. This is a physical injury risk, not a poisoning.

Yes, when cooked plain, boneless, and skinless — plain cooked chicken is one of the most reliable, gentle treats for a Yorkie.

In small amounts — plain corn kernels off the cob are fine for a Yorkie, but never let a dog have the cob itself.

Yes, in small amounts — plain, low-fat cottage cheese is usually well tolerated by Yorkies, but watch for lactose sensitivity and its sodium.

Best avoided — a plain cracker crumb won't poison a Yorkie, but crackers are salty, refined, and often seasoned, offering nothing good for a tiny dog.

Yes — a few plain, unsweetened cranberries are safe for a Yorkie, but skip sweetened, juiced, or raisin-mixed products.

Use caution. A tiny amount of plain cream cheese isn't toxic, but it's high in fat and lactose, and flavoured tubs often contain onion, garlic, or chives. At most, a small smear of the plain kind — and check the label first.

Yes — cucumber is a very low-calorie, hydrating, crunchy treat, as long as you cut it into small pieces to prevent choking.

In tiny amounts — a small piece of pitted date is not toxic to Yorkies, but dates are extremely sugary, so they should be a rare, minuscule treat at most.

Only a rare, tiny scrap of low-sodium plain deli meat — most cold cuts are far too salty and full of preservatives, and some contain garlic, making them a poor choice for Yorkies.

Yes — plain, fully cooked, boneless duck with the skin and fat removed is a safe protein for Yorkies in small amounts.

In small amounts — plain, shelled, cooked edamame with no salt is safe for Yorkies as an occasional treat, but skip the salty pods and don't make it a regular food.

Yes — plain, fully cooked eggs with no salt, butter, or oil are a safe, protein-rich treat for Yorkies in small amounts.

In small amounts — a little ripe fig flesh is safe for most Yorkies, but figs are sugary and some dogs are sensitive, so keep it a tiny occasional treat.

In a tiny amount — a small pinch of ground flaxseed is fine for Yorkies and adds a little omega-3 and fiber.

Best avoided. A dropped fry won't poison a Yorkie, but chips are deep-fried, heavily salted, and often seasoned with garlic or onion — a poor fit for a five-pound dog even though they aren't toxic.

No — fried chicken's greasy batter, salt, and seasonings plus the cooked bones make it a pancreatitis and choking risk for a tiny Yorkie.

No. Garlic powder is toxic to dogs, and because it's so concentrated it's even more dangerous than fresh garlic. For a Yorkie, an alarmingly small pinch can be enough to matter.

In tiny amounts — a small pinch of plain fresh or ground ginger isn't toxic to Yorkies, but it's a strong spice, so keep it minuscule and occasional.

Only maybe — and only after checking every ingredient. Granola is often packed with raisins, chocolate, nuts, and sugar, so most of it isn't safe for a Yorkie.

No. Grapes, raisins, and currants can cause sudden kidney failure in dogs, and the toxic amount is unpredictable. Never feed them to a Yorkie.

No. Gravy is very salty and fatty and is usually made with onion — a poor and risky choice for a tiny Yorkie.

In small amounts — plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt is okay for Yorkies who tolerate dairy, but watch the lactose and avoid all flavoured kinds.

Yes — plain green beans are a safe, low-calorie treat and a popular filler for dogs watching their weight.

Avoid. Ham is very high in salt and fat and is a cured, processed meat — for a 5-pound Yorkie that combination raises the risk of salt-related illness and pancreatitis, so it is not a treat to offer.

Best avoided — hazelnuts aren't toxic to dogs, but they're exactly the wrong size to choke a tiny Yorkie and they're fatty, so they're not a treat worth the risk.

In tiny amounts — a small dab of honey isn't toxic to healthy adult Yorkies, but it's pure sugar, so keep it to a rare lick and skip it for puppies and diabetic dogs.

Avoid. Hot dogs are very high in salt and fat, usually carry nitrates and onion or garlic seasoning, and their round shape is a classic choking hazard for a small dog. They are a poor choice for a Yorkie.

Use caution. Plain ice cream brings lactose and a lot of sugar that a Yorkie does not need, but the critical issue is the label — some ice creams contain xylitol or chocolate, which are toxic to dogs, so always check before sharing.

Yes — small amounts of plain, cooked kale are safe for most Yorkies, though this leafy green is best kept to a modest, occasional treat.

Best avoided. Plain ketchup isn't usually toxic, but it's salty, sugary, and often contains onion and garlic powder — so a stray lick is fine, but don't serve it.

In small amounts — peeled kiwi cut into tiny pieces is a safe occasional treat for Yorkies, but the natural sugar means it should stay a once-in-a-while nibble.

Yes — plain, lean, well-cooked lamb can be an occasional treat for Yorkies, but it's rich and fatty so keep portions tiny.

Yes — plain, fully cooked lentils with no salt, onion, or garlic are a fibre- and protein-rich treat for Yorkies, served in tiny amounts.

Yes — plain, washed, finely chopped lettuce is a safe, hydrating, low-calorie nibble for Yorkies.

Yes, in small amounts — plain cooked liver is a nutritious, protein-rich treat dogs love, but it's very high in vitamin A, so keep it occasional and tiny for a Yorkie.

No. Macadamia nuts are toxic to dogs and can cause weakness, tremors, and a fever-like reaction. Keep them away from your Yorkie.

Yes — ripe mango flesh, peeled and cut into tiny pieces, is a safe treat, but keep portions small because it's very sugary for a 5-lb dog.

Use caution — and check the packet first. A plain sugar marshmallow isn't toxic, but it's pure sugar with a sticky, round shape that can choke a small dog. Critically, a sugar-free marshmallow may contain xylitol, which is a poisoning emergency.

Not a good idea. Mayonnaise isn't toxic, but it's almost entirely oil and fat — far too rich for a tiny Yorkie, so at most a rare tiny lick.

In tiny amounts, occasionally — a lick of plain milk won't poison a Yorkie, but many dogs are lactose-intolerant, so milk often causes gas, loose stools, or an upset tummy. It's not something a dog needs.

Use caution. Plain store-bought button mushrooms are low-risk but offer a Yorkie nothing worth the trouble, while wild mushrooms can be deadly and are very hard to identify — that is the danger that matters.

No. Mustard seeds can irritate a dog's stomach and cause vomiting, and prepared mustards are salty and seasoned — there's no reason to feed it to a Yorkie.

Use caution. A trace of nutmeg baked into food is low-risk, but larger amounts contain a compound called myristicin that can cause disorientation and a racing heart in dogs — and there's no reason a Yorkie needs it.

Use caution. A single plain, pitted olive is not toxic, but most olives are packed in very salty brine, and the pit is a choking hazard for a tiny mouth. There's no real reason to offer them, so it's easiest to skip.

No. Onion powder is toxic to dogs, and because it's dried and concentrated a Yorkie can reach a harmful amount from a very small pinch hidden in seasoned food.

No. Onions, garlic, leeks, and chives (the allium family) damage a dog's red blood cells and can cause anaemia. Powders and cooked forms count too.

Yes — a small amount of peeled, seedless orange flesh is safe, but it's sugary and acidic, so it's an occasional treat for a Yorkie, not a regular one.

A tiny bite of plain, fully cooked pancake now and then is usually fine — but never with chocolate chips, and never anything topped with sugar-free syrup.

In small amounts — ripe papaya flesh with the seeds and skin removed is a safe occasional treat for Yorkies, though the natural sugar means keep it a once-in-a-while nibble.

Yes, curly parsley in small amounts — a little fresh curly parsley is safe and can freshen breath, but avoid 'spring parsley', a different plant that can be harmful.

In small amounts — plain cooked pasta is fine for a Yorkie, but skip all sauce, garlic, and salt.

Yes — ripe peach flesh with the pit fully removed, cut into small pieces, is a safe treat, but the pit must never be given to a Yorkie.

In tiny amounts, yes — but ONLY a xylitol-free peanut butter; it's high in fat and calories, so a small lick is right for a Yorkie.

No — peanut shells are tough, indigestible fiber that can choke a Yorkie or block their gut, and they offer nothing nutritionally.

Yes — ripe pear flesh with the core and seeds removed, cut into small pieces, is a safe treat for a Yorkie in moderation.

Yes — plain, fully cooked pearled barley with no salt or seasoning is a gentle, fibre-rich grain Yorkies can have in small amounts.

Yes — plain peas are a safe, low-calorie treat for a Yorkie, served in small amounts with no added salt.

Avoid. Pecans are high in fat, a choking risk, and — like walnuts — moldy pecans can carry tremorgenic mycotoxins that cause tremors and seizures; they also contain juglone.

Use caution — and read the label first. Sugary peppermint sweets are empty calories and a choking risk, but the critical danger is that many sugar-free mints contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs even in tiny amounts.

Avoid. A plain cucumber is fine, but a pickle is a cucumber soaked in very salty brine and usually flavoured with garlic, dill, and onion. That brine is the problem for a five-pound Yorkie, and pickles offer nothing your dog needs.

Yes — small pieces of fresh, ripe pineapple with the core and skin removed are safe, but it's sugary and acidic, so keep portions small for a Yorkie.

Not a good idea — pistachios aren't classically toxic, but they're high in fat and salt, the shells are a real choking and blockage risk, and they can carry mold, so they're not worth offering a Yorkie.

Best avoided. A plain crust crumb will not poison a Yorkie, but real pizza combines several things that are bad for a five-pound dog — onion and garlic in the sauce, a lot of salt and fat in the cheese and toppings, and a rich, heavy dough.

Yes, when cooked plain with water — plain oatmeal is a gentle, fibre-rich food that suits sensitive or senior Yorkies, served cooled.

In small amounts, usually yes — a spoonful of plain, unsweetened yogurt is fine for many Yorkies, but never a sweetened one, and watch for lactose sensitivity.

Yes — a little plum flesh is fine for Yorkies, but only with the pit completely removed and served in tiny amounts.

In small amounts — plain pomegranate seeds (arils) aren't toxic to dogs, but the tannins and seeds can upset a tiny stomach, so keep it to a few arils and skip the peel and juice.

In small amounts — a few pieces of plain air-popped popcorn are fine, but skip butter, salt, and any unpopped kernels.

Yes — lean, plain, fully cooked pork can be an occasional treat for Yorkies, but never raw and never bacon, ham, or seasoned pork.

Yes, if cooked plain — a little plain cooked potato is fine for a Yorkie, but never raw or green potato.

Avoid. Pretzels are coated in salt and are empty carbohydrate with no benefit for a dog, and hard pretzels add a tooth-fracture and choking risk for a tiny mouth. They're a poor snack for a Yorkie.

Use caution — and read every label. Protein and energy bars are a mixed bag of ingredients that can be dangerous to dogs: many contain xylitol, chocolate, raisins, macadamia nuts, caffeine, or a lot of fat. Several of those are toxic to a Yorkie.

Yes — plain cooked or 100% canned pumpkin (not pie filling) is a gentle, fibre-rich food often used to settle mild digestive upset.

Yes — plain, rinsed, fully cooked quinoa with no salt or seasoning is a protein-rich grain Yorkies can have in small amounts.

No. Ranch dressing is made with garlic and onion powder plus a lot of fat and salt — a genuinely bad combination for a tiny Yorkie.

Yes — a few fresh raspberries are a safe, low-sugar treat for a Yorkie; they contain only a trace of natural xylitol, so just keep the amount small.

No. Raw yeast dough is dangerous twice over: it keeps rising inside the warm stomach, and the yeast ferments into alcohol. Both are serious problems for a dog as small as a Yorkie.

Only a tiny scrap of the plain inner white meat, skin off and no bones — the salty, seasoned skin and the garlic and onion powder in the rub make most of a rotisserie chicken unsafe for Yorkies.

Yes, when thoroughly cooked and boneless — cooked salmon is a healthy treat, but never raw, because raw salmon can carry a parasite that's dangerous to dogs.

Not on purpose. A stray crisp will not poison a Yorkie, but salty snacks are a poor idea for a five-pound dog, and concentrated salt — rock salt, salt dough, seawater — can cause genuine sodium poisoning.

Yes, in small amounts — sardines packed in water with no salt are a nutritious omega-3 treat for Yorkies, but they're rich so keep portions tiny.

Avoid. Sausage is high in salt and fat and is very often seasoned with onion and garlic — for a 5-pound Yorkie that means both a pancreatitis and salt risk and a real chance of allium toxicity.

Yes, when fully cooked and plain — a little plain scrambled egg is a gentle, protein-rich treat that's great for picky or sensitive Yorkies.

In tiny amounts — plain sesame seeds are harmless for Yorkies, but they offer no real benefit, so there's no need to add them.

Yes — fully cooked, peeled, deveined shrimp with the tail off and no seasoning is a lean treat Yorkies can enjoy in small amounts.

Best avoided. Soy sauce is extremely high in salt, and for a dog as small as a Yorkie even a small amount is a genuine sodium concern — this is one to keep well out of reach.

In small amounts — a little plain spinach is fine for a Yorkie, but keep it occasional because of its oxalates.

Yes — washed, hulled strawberries cut into small pieces are a safe, vitamin-rich treat, best given in moderation for the sugar.

No — classic holiday stuffing is made with onion, garlic, butter, and salt, all of which are genuinely harmful to a tiny dog. Skip it entirely.

No. Most sugar-free gum contains xylitol, which is extremely dangerous to dogs. For a Yorkie, even a single piece can be life-threatening, and it acts within minutes.

In tiny amounts — a few plain, unsalted, shelled sunflower kernels are fine for Yorkies, but never the salted, in-shell kind.

Yes, when cooked plain — cooked sweet potato is a nutritious, fibre-rich treat, but never serve it raw and watch the calories.

Yes — plain, cooked, boneless tilapia with no salt or seasoning is a lean, mild fish Yorkies can enjoy in small amounts.

In small amounts — plain, cooked tofu isn't toxic to Yorkies and can be an occasional treat, but it shouldn't replace their proper protein or become a regular food.

Use caution. A little ripe red tomato flesh is generally fine for most dogs, but green or unripe tomatoes and the plant's stems and leaves contain solanine and tomatine, and tomato-based sauces usually carry onion, garlic, and salt.

Best avoided — treat it as dangerous. Trail mix is a combination hazard: it typically contains raisins, chocolate, and macadamia nuts, several of which are toxic to dogs, plus salt and fat. For a Yorkie, assume the worst.

In small, occasional amounts — a little canned tuna in water (not oil or brine) is fine for Yorkies, but mercury means it shouldn't be regular.

Yes — plain, cooked, skinless and boneless turkey is a lean, gentle protein for Yorkies, as long as it's unseasoned and shredded small.

No. Turkey bacon may sound like a lighter choice, but it's cured, very salty, and greasy — none of which belongs in a tiny Yorkie's diet.

A tiny piece of plain, fully cooked waffle occasionally is usually fine — but skip all the toppings, and never anything with sugar-free syrup.

Avoid. Walnuts are high in fat, a choking and obstruction risk, and — most importantly — moldy walnuts can carry tremorgenic mycotoxins that cause tremors and seizures, with black walnuts being especially concerning.

Yes, the flesh — seedless watermelon flesh is a hydrating summer treat, once you remove the seeds and rind and keep portions modest for the sugar.

Yes — plain cooked white rice is safe and easy to digest, which is why it's a staple of the vet-suggested bland diet.

No. Xylitol, a sweetener also labelled 'birch sugar', can cause a rapid, dangerous drop in blood sugar and liver damage in dogs — even in tiny amounts.

Yes — plain zucchini is a safe, low-calorie treat for a Yorkie, cut into small pieces.