IS baking powder bad for dogs, because I thought it was, so it it safe to use?

In many veterinarian sites they say that baking powder or soda is really harmful for dogs. So I really want to make a cake or treat for my two dogs, but I am not sure if baking powder is safe.

Chef's Answer ~ You should not feed your dog straight baking powder or baking soda, but using a teaspoon or two in a dog cake or other dog treat should not cause any problems.

I am very curious about, and would love to read the articles that you found, saying that baking powder and soda are harmful to dogs. Would it be possible to list the links here as comments or use my contact us form?

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IS baking powder bad for dogs, because I thought it was, so it it safe to use?

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Some say it's unsafe NEW
by: Super K

I'm not the original poster, but I can see how the OP could think that any amount was unsafe.

http://www.dog-first-aid-101.com/toxic-foods.html

Slide 19 of 25 says baking powder, baking soda, and nutmeg are all highly toxic (they also say "and other spices", which isn't specific or helpful):
http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/slideshow-foods-your-dog-should-never-eat

Those are just 2 instances that I came across. I do hate it when I come across a site that says an ingredient is unsafe "in large amounts" but they won't tell you if a small amount is okay. I mean, a lot of stuff is unsafe or will make you ill in large amounts, for humans or dogs.

Alright, *steps off soapbox*.

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