Many of the items we have around our homes and yards can be highly toxic to our pets. Safe for humans doesn’t automatically mean safe for dogs and cats. Below are the most common culprits in pet poisoning incidents. In the Kitchen Your dog’s metabolism is very different from your own. Many foods commonly found in the kitchen are toxic for our pets. While some human foods can be safely shared with your pooch, avoid giving your pets any of the following: • Chocolate •