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Comment by Marina Trofin on November 9, 2009 at 3:23pm

I know from my vet that raisins, onion, chocolate and grapefruit are the most dangerous for them.

Comment by Tracy Ann on November 3, 2009 at 6:25pm

Rasins are extreamly toxic ;O

Comment by Jennifer Surdam on October 14, 2009 at 2:17am

Much of what was posted by iris on Aug. 20, 2009 at 6:27 pm also applies to cats, so I think it's really important to point that out. I know the source cited applies to dogs and may only have listed dogs, but many of us have cats, and it's very important to know that much of what applied to dogs also applies to cats. In fact, much of what is dangerous to dogs can be moreso to cats due to their sensitivities. Cats are often much more sensitive to things than dogs are--which is usually why drugs that are approved for dogs WON'T be for cats (such as Advantix, Rimadyl, etc...). If anyone needs to know more, I worked in the vet business pretty much doing everything BUT being a vet for over 14 years, so I can help with cat info!
Hugs and BB,
jen :)

Comment by iris on August 20, 2009 at 7:13pm

I have some healthy pet recipes that can help benefit your canine or feline companion. But i don't know if that is another group.

Comment by iris on August 20, 2009 at 7:06pm

I hope this information will be of help to pet owners. I will be putting more as i study further on my studies. God Bless and take care

Comment by iris on August 20, 2009 at 6:27pm

I wanted to share some info are some food that might harm your canine companion. here are some things that can harm your pet canine.

Chocolate, coffee and tea all contain stimulants that cause abnormal heartbeat, seizures and death in dogs. Chocolate is especially dangerous for dogs.

Corn on the cob is dangerous. Even though the corn will be digested, chunks of cob may obstruct the digestive tract

Grapes and raisins contain an unknown substance that causes kidney failure in dogs.

Liver in large amounts can cause Vitamin A toxicity.

Macadamia nuts contain an unidentified toxin that causes weakness, tremors, panting and swelling in the legs.

Walnuts may have a fungus or mold which causes drooling, jaundice, lack of coordination, and vomiting.

Milk is difficult for some dogs to digest effectively, which leads to G.I. upsets.

Mushrooms and molds can be toxic to dogs. Some varieties are more toxic than others.

Nutmeg is a seasoning that causes tremors, seizures, and death in dogs.

Onions and garlic, both cooked and raw, contain thiosulphate which can cause digestive upsets, hemolytic anemia, and death. Onions contain more of the toxin than garlic does.

Raw egg whites contain avidin which causes B vitamin deficiency, skin problems and skeletal deformities Raw eggs can also harbor salmonella or e.coli.

Raw fish, especially salmon, may contain parasites that are dangerous for dogs.

Seeds and fruit pits can cause choking or intestinal blockages and some contain cyanide which is toxic to dogs.

Xylitol causes an insulin reaction in dogs which can lead to liver failure within a few days. It’s found in many candies, gums, toothpastes, and pastries.

Greasy, fatty table scraps can cause pancreatitis in dogs. Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas caused when too much digestive enzyme is produced. Affected dogs may have bloody vomit or diarrhea and suffer dehydration and even death.

Snacks shared with your dog need to be checked for hidden ingredients. Some foods such as cookies, gravies, and even some baby foods, can contain chocolate, nuts, onions, excessive salt or sugar, or other items dangerous for dogs. Keeping garbage cans secured is a good idea too.

Pennies are another danger to dogs worth mentioning. Those dated after 1981 are made from zinc with a thin copper coating. A dog swallowing just one of these pennies can suffer damage to red blood cells and kidney failure, due to zinc poisoning.

If you suspect your dog has consumed something toxic, call your vet right away. Hesitation can prove fatal.

Most doting dog owners, especially children, love to share snacks with their best friend but these should be healthful foods, approved by a veterinarian. A little awareness and caution can prevent a tragedy.



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Comment by iris on August 20, 2009 at 12:08pm

In the last sentence, i meant to say that the dog will become ill or die in some case.

Comment by iris on August 20, 2009 at 12:04pm

This is a true story about a person who gave his dog some shrimp or some kind of seafood. The dog was a beautiful dog. I asked about the dog and he told me that he found the dog dead. I asked him what happened. He told me that he fed the dog some seafood and the next day he died. I told him that he was crazy. There are certain foods that you can't or forbidden to give to your animals. Chocolate, seafood, pork are no good for your dogs. One person i know gave his dog fish. What happened, several days later the dog died. All these foods i mentioned have toxins that can kill your pet. And if you google this it will give you a list of foods that you should never feed your dog. So please ask your what food can harm or kill your pets. Also ask your vet what foods you should avoid giving your pet. You can also go to google,com ask them a question about a certain question you may have. And they will answer it for. If you really care about your pet. Please be well informed before doing anything with your pet. Never give your any outdated dog food. Because if you give your pet any old food. You can twist that animals stomach that it will become or die.

Comment by iris on July 10, 2009 at 9:15am

Did you know that chocolate can be dangerous to your dog.? I have read up on this and i will give you more info on this when i get back from the doctors. and also other food that can be a hazard to your pets health. I am taking a course on this topic,