Where our data comes from

Every rating is compiled from recognized animal-welfare and veterinary sources — and every food page links to its own.

How we compile ratings

Each food page cites the specific source behind its rating. Classifications were compiled in July 2026 from the organizations below. This is an early project — please have a veterinarian review the data before relying on it, and check with your own vet whenever you're unsure.

The organizations we rely on

ASPCA Animal Poison Control

Human foods that are toxic to dogs and cats.

aspca.org ↗

Pet Poison Helpline

Emergency toxicology for pets.

petpoisonhelpline.com ↗

VCA Animal Hospitals

Species diet and nutrition guidance.

vcahospitals.com ↗

American Kennel Club

Dog nutrition and safe/unsafe foods.

akc.org ↗

House Rabbit Society

Rabbit diet and toxic foods.

rabbit.org ↗

Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund

UK rabbit diet guidance.

rabbitwelfare.co.uk ↗

RSPCA

Welfare and diet for small pets.

rspca.org.uk ↗

PDSA

Care and diet for small pets.

pdsa.org.uk ↗

Assoc. of Avian Veterinarians

Bird health and toxic foods.

aav.org ↗

Lafeber Company

Vet-written avian nutrition.

lafeber.com ↗

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