Is cocoa bad for dogs?

You might use products containing cocoa and shea butter to keep your skin soft and supple. Cocoa butter is also found in unsweetened, or baking, chocolate. While cocoa butter is toxic to dogs, that's not the case with shea butter. Look at the ingredients contained in any of your sunscreens, moisturizers and cosmetics. read more

” News releases, American Veterinary Medical Association. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): “Warning: Cocoa Bean Mulch Harmful to Dogs.” The Merck Veterinary Manual, online edition. The Merck Manual, pet health edition. read more