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What is Poisonous to Dogs?

Hey Canine Readers, 

Ever have a snack and you look over and see your dog inches from you staring into the food. Hoping it would magically land in their mouths. Ever thought I wonder if my snack is safe for other dogs so I can share it. I have had these same thoughts. 

Today we talk about what is poisonous to dogs and what is not. (If foods you are curious about are not mentioned, make sure to ask your vet ) 

Toxic for Dogs:

Alcohol 

Vomiting, diarrhea, lack of coordination, depression of central nervous system, breathing issues, tremors, abnormal blood acidity, coma and even death 

Apple Seeds 

Contains cyanide – Buy pre cut apple slices vs buying a whole apple and slicing them. 

Apricot stems, leaves and Pits 

Contains cyanide – Buy pre cut Apricots if you want to give them to your dog 

Caffeine 

Contains methylxanthine 

Vomiting, diarrhea, panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures and even death 

Gum and Candy 

Contains Xylitol 

Insulin release leading to liver failure 

Fruit Pits 

Contain Cyanide

Dilated Pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock and even death 

Garlic, onions, onion powder and chives 

Contains N-propyl disulfide 

Vomiting, breakdown of red blood cells, blood in urine, weakness, high heart rate and panting 

Grapes and Raisins

Kidney failure 

Hops (Beer) 

Panting, high body temperature, seizures and death 

Nuts 

Oils and Fats 

Vomiting, diarrhea, pancreatitis, weakness, depression, tremors and hyperthermia

Milk and Diary 

Diarrhea – Dogs do not have enough lactase (enzyme that breaks down lactose in milk) to process dairy products 

Mushroom Plants 

1% are highly toxic and are life threatening 

Mustard Seeds 

Component of condiment causes severe gastroenteritis (vomiting and diarrhea)

Nicotine 

Hyperexcitability, depression, vomiting, paralysis, and death 

Salt and Salty Snacks 

Excessive thirst and urination, sodium ion poisoning, vomiting, diarrhea, depression, tremors, elevated body temperature, seizures and death  

Tomatoes 

Hyper salivation, loss of appetite, severe gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea, drowsiness, central nervous system depression, confusion, behavioral changes, weakness , dilated pupils, slow heart rate 

If your dog has ingested anything mentioned above please contact your emergency Veterinarian ASAP!

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