Plain butter isn't toxic but is very high in fat and dairy solids; larger amounts may cause vomiting, loose stool, or weight gain, and may trigger pancreatitis. If offered at all, keep to a tiny plain taste and avoid routine feeding.
Butter is churned milk fat sold as salted or unsalted sticks, whipped tubs, cultured butter, and clarified forms like ghee.
Butter is used for cooking, baking, and as a spread on bread and vegetables. Refrigerated sticks, grease drippings, and wrapper scraps are common kitchen exposure points.
Compound butters may include garlic, onion, herbs, or chili — less suitable for pets. Butter is melted into mashed potatoes, pastries, cookies, pasta, and sauces.
