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DOGGY DANGERS
It is perhaps a natural thing for us dog owners to want to share some tasty goodies with our much loved dog - however, that tasty chocolate or yummy mince pie could make your dog ill or even cause death.
The adage 'Better safe than sorry' is definately one to bear in mind and it really is best to keep human food for humans and dog food for dogs, unless you are 100% certain no harm is going to be done. Things like a small portion of cooked meat (NOT cooked bones) is unlikely to cause a problem, but is best kept to a now and again treat or for training purposes.
Many every day items and foodstuffs are toxic to dogsDuring the festive season there are a lot of things that the inquisitive puppy or young dog could run into problems with, so a little extra care might be needed.
Below is listed some of the foodstuffs that can make your dog ill - or worse. It is by no means comprehensive, but does list some of the common day to day items that can cause problems.
The adage 'Better safe than sorry' is definately one to bear in mind and it really is best to keep human food for humans and dog food for dogs, unless you are 100% certain no harm is going to be done. Things like a small portion of cooked meat (NOT cooked bones) is unlikely to cause a problem, but is best kept to a now and again treat or for training purposes.
Many every day items and foodstuffs are toxic to dogsDuring the festive season there are a lot of things that the inquisitive puppy or young dog could run into problems with, so a little extra care might be needed.
Below is listed some of the foodstuffs that can make your dog ill - or worse. It is by no means comprehensive, but does list some of the common day to day items that can cause problems.
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Alcohol
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Can affect dogs the same way as humans but smaller amounts needed and it happens much quicker. Poor co-ordination, vomiting, dehydration and diarrhoea, and in worse cases, death
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Antifreeze
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Very poisonous. Has a sweet taste that makes it attractive for dogs
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Apple Seeds
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Contain a chemical which when ingested releases Cyanide
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Cooked Bones
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Cooked bones can splinter and cause damage to the stomach and intestines or a blockage. Raw bones can be fed. If you are interested in feeding raw bones read our RAW FEEDING guide
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Chocolate
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Two constituents of chocolate (theobromine and theophylline) can cause vomiting and diarrhoea and damage to the dogs heart and nervous systems. In severe cases it can lead to death.
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Grapes and raisins
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Damages liver and kidneys and small amounts can cause death in some dogs. PLEASE NOTE, CHRISTMAS CAKE, CHRISTMAS PUDDING AND MINCE PIES CAN ALL CONTAIN RAISINS. DO NOT FEED THEM TO YOUR DOG.
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Daffodils
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Bulbs, leaves and flower are toxic. Salivating, sickness, diarrhoea, lack of co-ordination and can be fatal if not treated early
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Macadamia nuts
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Muscle weakness, panting, damage to nervous system
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Mushrooms
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Some species of mushroom can be poisonous and fatal
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Onions and chives
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Poisonous for dogs causing anaemia and damage to red blood cells
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Poinsettia
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Stems, leaves and sap poisonous. Diarrhoea, abdominal pain, blindness, dermatitis
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Rhubarb, and tomato leaves
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These can affect digestive and nervous systems
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Salt
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Too much salt can lead to an imbalance in electrolyte levels, dehydration and potentially diarrhoea.
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Tobacco
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Nicotine can cause problems in the digestive and nervous systems, and increase their heart rate.
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Tulips
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Bulbs, leaves and flower are toxic. Salivating, sickness, diarrhoea, lack of co-ordination and can be fatal if not treated early
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Xylitol
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Found in sweets and chewing gum, it can lead to kidney failure and an over production of insulin
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FOR A MORE COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF PRODUCTS AND ITEMS THAT ARE DANGEROUS FOR YOUR DOG PLEASE VISIT
THE DOGS TRUST PDF PAGE
THE DOGS TRUST PDF PAGE