Ketchup: Safe for Dogs and Cats?

Ketchup should not be offered to dogs because it is salty and sugary and may contain garlic, onion, or sweeteners; check the actual ingredient list after an exposure.

Ketchup is not a suitable cat treat because it is salty, sugary, acidic, and often seasoned with garlic or onion; the ingredient list determines whether a lick is more concerning.