Foods to Avoid for Your Dog
Chocolate: Contains a substance toxic to dogs called theobromine. It can cause stomach upset, tremors, and even serious heart problems.
Grapes and raisins: Can cause serious kidney failure in dogs, even in small amounts.
Onions and garlic: Whether raw, cooked, or crushed, they can destroy your dog's red blood cells and cause anemia.
Avocados: Contain persin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.
Nuts (especially macadamia): Macadamia is highly toxic and can cause weakness and tremors. Other nuts can cause choking or pancreatitis due to the fat.
Dairy products: Many dogs cannot digest lactose well, causing diarrhea and gas.
Cooked bones: Cooked bones crumble easily and can cause choking or perforate your dog's digestive tract.
Raw dough: Dough can swell in your dog's stomach and cause severe pain.
Xylitol (artificial sweetener): Found in some candy, sugar-free gum, and even peanut butter. It can cause severe hypoglycemia and liver failure.
What should you do if your dog eats something harmful?
If you think your dog has eaten any of these foods, call your veterinarian immediately! Don't wait. The sooner you act, the better your chances of saving your dog. Be prepared to tell them what your dog ate, how much, when, and how much your dog weighs.
Supplies to Help Keep Your Dog Healthy
Clean Food Bowls: Use bowls that are easy to clean regularly to avoid bacteria.
Stainless Food Bowl for Cats and Dogs with Non-Slip Base S
Trixie Stainless Steel Dog Food Bowl with Non-Slip Base (0.7L)
Safe Chew Toys: Give your dog safe toys to chew on instead of trying to chew on anything else.
Hill's Rubber Bone Dog Chew Toy
Zolux Rubber Bone Dog Chew Toy with Rope
Baby Gates: Use gates to prevent your dog from entering the kitchen or areas where dangerous foods may be present.