Dangerous Foods For Dogs

Any time you think your dog may have eaten something dangerous please contact your veterinarian. These are a few examples of dangerous foods. There are also toxic house plants to be aware of. When in doubt always contact your veterinarian.

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Here is a list of a few dangerous food and affects they can have on your pet:

• Alcohol – May lead to comma, intoxication or death

• Avocado – Contains Persin can cause vomiting or diarrhea

• Raisin Currents – May lead to kidney failure

• Cooked Bones – May lead to stomach lacerations

• Walnuts and Macadamia Nuts – Affects the nervous system and can cause muscle damage

• Onions and Garlic – May cause anemia and blood cell damage

• Dairy – May cause diarrhea

• Grapes – May cause kidney failure

• Mushrooms – May cause shock and or death

• Too Much Fatty Foods – May cause pancreatitis

• Caffeine – Is toxic to the heart and nervous system may cause vomiting and diarrhea

• Xylitol – Found in candy, gum and some peanut butter. May cause Hypoglycemia, liver failure and or death

• Chocolate – Toxic to the nervous system and hearth. May cause death

• Medications – (Tylenol or Advil) Can cause kidney failure and GI ulcers