18/01/2025
🐾 If You Love Your Dog, Keep These Foods Off Their Plate!
Did you know some everyday foods can be harmful or even deadly to your furry friend?
Here’s a list of 15 foods to avoid and why:
❌ Alcohol: Even small amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, and potentially fatal poisoning.
❌ Avocado: Contains persin, which can lead to vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.
❌ Chocolate:Theobromine and caffeine in chocolate can cause heart issues, tremors, and seizures.
❌ Grapes & Raisins: Can lead to sudden kidney failure, even in small amounts.
❌ Onions & Garlic:Damage red blood cells, leading to anemia and weakness.
❌ Macadamia Nuts: Can cause tremors, vomiting, and even paralysis in severe cases.
❌ Raw Dough: Expands in the stomach and produces alcohol, leading to bloating and poisoning.
❌ Cherries: The pits contain cyanide and can cause respiratory failure.
❌ Coffee & Caffeine: Can cause restlessness, rapid heart rate, and seizures.
❌ Cinnamon: Can irritate the mouth and cause low blood sugar and liver problems.
❌ Lemons & Citrus: High acid content can upset your dog’s stomach.
❌ Bones (Cooked): Can splinter and cause internal injuries.
❌ Xylitol (Artificial Sweetener): Found in sugar-free gum and treats, it causes dangerous drops in blood sugar and liver failure.
❌ Dairy Products: Many dogs are lactose intolerant, causing upset stomach or diarrhea.
❌ Tomatoes (Unripe or Leaves/Stem): Contain solanine, which can cause stomach upset or heart problems.
💡 Tip: Always double-check what your pup has access to, and stick to dog-safe treats.
If your dog accidentally eats any of these foods, contact your vet or an animal poison hotline immediately!
❤️ Keep your fur-baby safe and healthy—because they deserve nothing less, but love! Kasey 🐶
