Dogs and humans have difference metabolisms and some foods that humans can eat are potentially toxic in dogs. Read labels carefully and become familiar with the foods dogs should avoid. Eating the wrong foods may cause mild digestive upsets but serious reactions include long term illnesses and even death.I have a list of most common foods dogs should avoid:
1. Chocolate: Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine. It will caused increased heart rate, difficulty breathing, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive urination and restlessness. Toxic does can lead to seizures, irregular heart rhythm and even death.
2. Caffeine: It is found in coffee, tea, chocolate, cola and human stimulants. It can be toxic and will affect your dog's heart and nervous system.
3. Grapes and raisins: They contain an unknown toxin that can lead to acute kidney and liver failure. The condition is severe and come on quickly. Some dogs are more susceptible to dangerous effects from grapes and raisins than others, and there is no way to tell unless you encounter a problem.
4. Macadamia nuts: These fatty nuts contain an unknown toxin that can affect your dog's muscles, as well as her digestive and nervous systems.
5. Mushrooms: Mushrooms can contain various toxins that can affect your dog's nervous system, causing vomiting and diarrhea.
6. Onions: Onions and other members of the allium family may cause abnormalities in red blood cells, resulting in anemia.
7. Cirtus oil extracts: Often used in formulating insecticidal spray, dips, shampoos, food additives and fragrances. They can be toxic to both dogs and cats if they are ingested. The most common reaction is vomiting but drooling and trembling can also indicate that your dog is suffering from a dangerous level of these toxins.
After all, you control what your dog eats.
