What to never feed your dog Flashcards
sugar
because of dental,obesity, possible diabetes
fat trimmings and bones
because of pancreatitis and choking
alcohol
because same effect as on humans but only takes a little
too much is fatal
onions, garlic, chives
because potential of gastrointestinal irritation and destroy red blood cells leading to anemia
Macadamia nuts
because can be fatal only takes a handful - raw or roasted
symptoms: weakness, depression, vomiting, tremors and hyperthermia
avocado
because leaves, seeds, bark and fruit of avocado contain percin - toxic to dogs in large amounts
coffee, tea, and other caffeine
because includes bean and grounds - can be fatal - no antidote, caffeine found in cocoa, chocolate, cola and stimulant drinks as well as cold meds and pain fillers
yeast + dough
because will swell inside dogs stomach - cause severe pain - yeast ferments - produces toxic alcohol
chocolate
the toxic agent is theobromine - in all chocolate often causes vomiting, diarrhea - could lead to abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures and death
persimmons, peaches and plums
because seeds can cause inflammation or obstruction in small intestines - also pits -contain cyanide - poisonous
Milk and other dairy products
if not lactose intolerant can cause diarrhea and digestive upset and cause food allergies
raw eggs, fish, meat
raw eggs interfere with absorption of B vitamins cause skin and coat probl. and food poisoning
grapes, nuts, raisins
can cause kidney failure
xylitol
in candy, gum, toothpaste, baked goods and diet foods - can cause blood sugar to drop - possible resulting in liver failure