Every day, dogs from all over the world are thrown into emergency veterinary hospitals because of the products that they feed on their owners. Halloween is one of those times when the number of dogs taken for emergency help increases. Please read this article carefully and take it seriously. Do not put a dog in your arms when it is so easy to avoid.
- The following 10 foods are known to cause problems in some dogs.
- It is known that alcoholic beverages cause burns, coma and death.
- Chocolate, coffee, tea and other products containing caffeine can be toxic and affect the heart and nervous systems.
- Fruit pits can get into the digestive system, causing obstruction.
- Grapes and raisins contain an unknown toxin, which is known to damage the kidneys.
- Hops can cause choking, increased heart rate, fever, convulsions, and death. Hops are mainly used as a flavoring and stability agent in brewing beer. However, they are also used in other beverages and medicines.
- Macadamia contains an unknown toxin, which is known to affect the digestive and nervous systems and cause muscular problems such as weakness and tremor.
- Marijuana can inhibit the dog's nervous system, causing vomiting and changes in heart rhythm.
- Milk and other dairy products can sometimes cause diarrhea. This is especially true if the dog has an insufficient amount of lactase enzymes.
- It is known that persimmon seeds caused intestinal obstruction and enteritis in dogs.
- Any foods or sweets sweetened with xylitol (a sugar substitute used in sugar-containing sweets, gums and baked goods) that can lead to low blood sugar and liver damage in dogs.
There are many other nutrients that can be harmful to dogs, such as garlic, raw or cook onions and onion powder, potatoes, rhubarb and tomato leaves. Sugar products not only cause obesity, but can also cause dental problems and possibly diabetes. Raw eggs, raw fish and too much salt can also lead to dog health problems.
Since they rely on us to take care of their health needs, it is important that we all know that it can or cannot harm our dogs. A little education can go a long way towards preserving their health and ours. So, just as we do with our children, we also need to understand the needs for digestive food and what not to give them.
Pumpkin is really good for your dog. Many veterinarians recommend putting small amounts in your dog's food. However, moderation is always the key to everything that we feed ourselves or our pets.
For Halloween 2009, it allows everyone to take care that our beloved pets stay healthy. Enlighten your children about the dangers of sharing their chocolates with a family dog. Do not let the tragic result, when a small amount of awareness can prevent it from happening. We can all be very scary, but safe and have fun on Halloween.
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