Can dogs have wine?

When alcohol is served, dogs and cats should be left out of the party and in a safe place. Filling a pet's water bowl with beer or wine isn't the only way a dog or cat can be exposed to alcohol. read more

Dogs and cats that are exposed to alcohol can also have dangerous drops in their blood sugar level and may need to get glucose rapidly to avoid brain damage. Very low blood sugars can cause seizures in animals. read more

Dogs have displayed symptoms of alcohol poisoning and ethanol toxicity from things as simple as a rum cake, and from having absorbed wine or other alcohol through their skin when it’s been spilled on a carpet or couch. read more

A--Wine or beer in moderation won't hurt a pooch, according to veterinary nutritionist Dr. Jim Sokolowski, professional services manager at Pedigree. Just be aware that dogs can get drunk, and remember it takes less alcohol because their body weight is much less than a person's. read more