Can dogs eat it?
Can dogs eat tortillas?
Last updated 23 September 2026 · How we write and check this
Short answer
Tortillas are fine in small amounts when they are plain. Flour and corn tortillas contain flour, fat, salt, and sometimes baking powder, none of which is toxic in a small piece. They offer little nutrition, though, and the fillings and toppings that usually come with them, such as onion, garlic, spicy meat, cheese, and guacamole, are the real concern.
Flour versus corn tortillas
A 20 cm (8 in) flour tortilla carries around 140 calories and some added fat. Smaller corn tortillas have about 50 to 60 calories and less fat. Both are safe for dogs in small pieces. Flavored wraps, such as spinach or sun-dried tomato, may contain garlic or onion powder in the dough.
Check the ingredient list on flavored wraps before sharing.
Tortilla chips and nachos
Tortilla chips are fried and salted, and flavored varieties often include onion, garlic, and chili. Nachos add cheese, sour cream, jalapenos, salsa, and seasoned mince. A few plain chips will not harm most dogs, but a bowl of loaded nachos can upset the stomach and contains alliums.
Salsa and guacamole both usually contain onion.
Burritos and wraps
Burritos and wraps are often packed with seasoned beans, rice cooked with onion, meat marinated in garlic and spices, and cheese. If your dog steals one, check what was in it. Foil wrapping is another risk, since dogs often swallow it along with the food, and large pieces can cause blockages.
Keep foil and wrappers in a closed bin.
Sharing a small piece
To give your dog a bite, tear off a small corner of a plain tortilla before adding fillings. For a small dog, a piece the size of a coin is enough. There is no nutritional reason to give more. Corn tortillas are the lighter choice if you have both types on the table.
Key takeaways
- Plain flour or corn tortillas are safe in small pieces.
- Fillings, sauces, and seasonings are the main risk.
- Tortilla chips are fried and salted.
- Foil wrappers from burritos can cause blockages.