Last updated on December 19th, 2022 at 07:11 am
Can you imagine having to feed your dog only food that has no harmful ingredients? Well, now you don’t have to worry about that anymore because there are some toxic foods for dogs out there.
Dogs are very sensitive creatures. They can easily get sick from consuming certain types of food. This means they should eat only high quality pet food. If you want to give your dog a nutritious meal, then you should look into the ingredients of their food.
There are several things that you should consider before buying dog food. These include the type of meat or fish, the amount of protein, the presence of additives, the fat content, and the source of the grain.
Toxic Foods For Dogs
Foods that can be poisonous to pets (toxic food for dogs)
Wondering what fruits are good for dogs? Here’s your guide
There are fruits dogs can’t eat because the flesh is dangerous or the pits.
Grapes
Grapes head the list of fruits dogs can’t eat. Both grapes and raisins are highly toxic to dogs. Feeding even a few can cause kidney failure in some unlucky dogs. The toxin is as yet unidentified, but this doesn’t change the fatal facts.
Avocado
They contain a substance toxic to dogs, called persin. Symptoms of persin toxicity include vomiting and diarrhea. If your dog accidentally eats avocado, contact your vet for advice.
Apricots
The fruit is succulent and bursting with potassium and beta carotene, the pit is dangerous. Apricot pits are a source of toxic cyanide
Dates
Dates are high in fiber and sugar, so eating more than a few causes doggy diarrhea. They aren’t recommended as a dog treat
Figs
Figs contain fucosin and fisin which is irritant to some dogs. Signs of a reaction include heavy drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Mushrooms
Mushrooms contain many toxins, and there are different types of poisonous toxins attached to specific mushrooms. All of which can affect many areas of a dog’s body. They can cause seizures, shock and even possibly death.
Chocolate & Anything With Caffeine
Dogs should never consume chocolate; they must NEVER EAT IT. While dark chocolate is the worst, all chocolate contains theobromine which is similar to caffeine
Source & Credits:
https://jetpetresort.com/blog/pet-safety/the-top-10-most-toxic-foods-to-dogs
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/people-foods-avoid-feeding-your-pets
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