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While dogs can eat some of the same foods that we do, there are many they
should not eat. Some common foods you may have around your house could kill your
dog in the right amount.
Some foods dogs should not eat
If your dog has ingested any of these foods, get veterinary help
immediately
Grapes and Raisins: Grapes and raisins can
cause kidney failure in dogs. As little as a single serving of raisins can kill
a dog
Onions: Onions destroy red blood cells and
can cause anemia.
Chocolate: Chocolate can cause seizures,
coma and death. Baker’s chocolate is the most dangerous. A dog can consume milk
chocolate and appear to be fine because it is not as concentrated, but it is
still dangerous.
Coffee, Coffee grounds, tea and tea bags:
Drinks/foods containing caffeine cause many of the same symptoms chocolate
causes
Macadamia Nuts: Macadamia nuts can cause
weakness, muscle tremor and paralysis.
Animal fat and fried foods: Excessive fat
can cause pancreatitis.
Bones: Bones can splinter and damage a dog’s internal
organs.
Tomatoes: Tomatoes can cause tremors and heart
arrhythmias. Tomato plants and the most toxic, but tomatoes
themselves are also unsafe.
Avocados: The fruit, pit and plant are all
toxic. They can cause difficulty breathing and fluid accumulation in the chest,
abdomen and heart
Nutmeg: Nutmeg can cause tremors, seizures
and death
Apples, Cherries, Peaches and similar fruit:
The seeds of these fruits contain cyanide, which is poisonous to dogs as well as
humans. Unlike humans, dogs do not know to stop eating at the core/pit and
easily ingest them.
Raw eggs: Raw eggs can cause salmonella
poisoning in dogs. Dogs have a shorter digestive tract than humans and are not
as likely to suffer from food poisoning, but it is still possible.
Salt: Excessive salt intake can cause kidney
problems.
Food that most dogs can eat:
Some “human” foods are good for dogs. Most of these are healthier than the boxed
treats you buy in the grocery store. . This is just a small list of examples of
foods dogs can eat, not a list of every food they should eat. Dogs won’t
necessarily get all the nutrients they need if they eat these foods exclusively,
so check with your veterinarian if you are interested in feeding your dog a home
cooked diet.
Any food that causes stomach upsets or digestive problems in your dogs should be
avoided. Like people, some dogs cannot tolerate certain foods
Meats:
Meats should be boneless and it’s best if the skin is removed. I don’t consider
raw meat a good idea because of the small risk of food poisoning and parasites.
Skinless, boneless chicken breast
Skinless, boneless turkey breast
Boneless fish
Vegetables:
Dogs have shorter digestive tracts than humans and cannot digest most vegetables
whole or in large chunks. It’s best to put them through a food processor before
giving them to your dog
Carrots
Green Beans
Lettuce
Potatoes
Yams
Grains:
Grains should not be given in large amounts or make up a large part of a dog’s
diet, but these foods are generally safe in small amounts
Rice
Bread
Dairy products
Use caution with dairy products as they are high in fat and can cause
pancreatitis, gas and diarrhea. Usually, nonfat plain yogurt
is safe in small amounts weekly.
Source :
http://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Foods-Dangerous-for-Your-Dog
How to Avoid Foods Dangerous for Your Dog
There are some common foods on the human table that are deadly for dogs. It is
important to know about them to avoid causing severe or fatal illness in your
loyal canine companion.
Understand that even though you can eat the food, this does not mean that your
dog can eat it also.
Familiarize yourself with the top human food culprits:
Chocolate contains theobromine (a methylxanthine derivative). It can cause a dog
to vomit, have diarrhea, pant excessively, urinate frequently, develop a great
thirst, have seizures, show hyperactivity, get an abnormal heart beat and
possibly die. The negative effects depend on the dosage, the size of the dog,
and the type of chocolate.[1]
Caffeine/Coffee warrant the same precautions as for chocolate. Caffeine, like
theobromine, is a methylxanthine derivative with similar effects on dogs.
Alcohol can cause vomiting, diarrhea, lack of coordination, poor breathing,
abnormal blood acidity, coma and death, just like in humans. The difference is
that dogs are much smaller and are more susceptible to intoxication.
Onions, garlic and chives in all forms (dry, raw, cooked) contain thiosulphate,
which can irritate the gastrointestinal system of your dog. A relatively high
dosage (600-800 grams) in one meal or spread apart over a few days can damage
red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia)[2].
Macadamia Nuts (both raw and roasted, as well as macademia butter) contain an
unknown toxin that causes cause locomotory difficulties: weakness, panting,
tremors and swollen limbs. [3]. Commonly in cookies, so be careful what you feed
your dog.
Grapes and Raisins - can lead to kidney failure [4]. As yet, it is not known
what substance in grapes causes this. Be careful, as raisins are often in cake
and cookies.
Avocado - the substance Persin can cause vomiting, diarrhea and sometimes heart
congestion.
Yeast dough - this refers to the dough prior to cooking. The yeast can continue
to rise in the dog's stomach and cause painful bloating, gas and even rupture of
the intestines or stomach.
Raw or undercooked meat and eggs - as with humans, care needs to be taken in
handling raw meat and eggs to avoid the possibility of contamination with
Salmonella bacteria and E. coli. Raw eggs contain an enzyme (avidin) that can
lead to skin and coat problems for a dog.
Milk - owing to the lack of lactase, consumption may lead to bloating, gas,
diarrhea and other digestive upsets.
Xylitol - this can lead to liver failure through the over-release of insulin,
vomiting, lethargy and loss of coordination. It does not take long to see signs
of nearing liver failure - only a few days. Be very careful as this substance in
a wide range of products, such as candy, chewing gum, toothpaste and baked
goods.
Bones can cause choking, or they can break apart into jagged pieces that become
lodged in the digestive tract. Look for sturdy marrow bones that are less likely
to splinter or nylon bones that wear down slowly.
Check the food you are sharing carefully. Many of these ingredients are tucked
away in cookies, bread, cake, preserves and other processed foods. It is really
important to be aware of what you are feeding your canine companion so that you
can avoid these problem foods.
Ensure that your dog eats a healthy and balanced diet. Read up on the
appropriate foods for your dog type and make regular vet visits to ensure that
your dog is in top shape.
Minimize snacks from the human table. It encourages poor manners from both the
dog and the human and it blurs the line between what is good food for the animal
and what is not. Start out right and keep it right.
Contact your vet immediately if you see any signs of weakness, poisoning, lack
of coordination, lethargy, frothing or any other unusual behavior after
consuming any of these foods. Delay can be fatal so do not hesitate.
Tips - Cooked bread is okay in very small amounts.
Show children this list and teach them early what they can and cannot feed their
dog(s).
Warnings - Take your dog to the vet immediately if it shows any signs of
poisoning or any of the symptoms described above following consumption of any of
these foods.
Be aware that just because you may have fed the dog once on a bad food that this
does not mean the dog can consume it. Some foods have a cumulative effect and
the dosage can be key to whether or not there is a fatal or severe reaction.
Always place table scraps and other garbage in a secure container, where the dog
can't get to it.
Never allow your dog to eat food or treats he finds on the ground in public.
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