We’re all tempted to feed our loving dogs leftovers, but did you know there’s a common herb you should never offer your pet?

Cam Wimble, a certified canine nutritionist known for sharing dog health tips on social media, recently posted a TikTok video offering a crucial dietary tip.

Standing next to the fresh herb aisle at a supermarket, he said: “Herbs for dogs – which are healthy and which should we avoid?

He continues: “You can give your dog almost all of them, except one. Herbs are like superfoods, they’re natural medicines. And giving your dog small amounts of rosemary, thyme and sage can act as natural anti-inflammatories and natural dewormers as well, so you can minimize the use of the chemical option.

However, he warned: “They’re super healthy, they’ll all do – but not chives. Avoid.” The reason? “It contains a sulfur compound that dogs can’t digest,” Cam explained. “And it can give them anemia.”

Walk while moving supports Cam’s advice, stating: “Chives are toxic, whether cooked or not, they are absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract and break down into extremely reactive oxidants.

“Chive poisoning in dogs occurs when dogs ingest chives, raw or cooked. Chives contain organosulfides which are natural poisons to protect the plant from herbivorous insects and pests.”

When dogs consume chives, they will show signs of poisoning with the following symptoms:

• Nausea
• Mouth irritation
• Vomiting
• Excessive drooling
• Pain in the abdomen
• Lethargy
• Diarrhea
• Inability to exercise
• Weakness
• Rapid heartbeat
• Abnormally high respiratory rate
• White or very light erasers
• Collapse

Wag Walking goes on to recommend: “If your dog is suffering from any of the symptoms above and you suspect he has eaten chives, it is important to contact your veterinarian and seek treatment immediately.

“Once you meet with your veterinarian, they will ask you questions regarding the food ingested, the amount consumed, the symptoms you observed and the history of the period.”