The holidays are meant for joy and giving to others. We as pet parents tend to spoil our fur babies with extra treats a little more during the months of November and December. There’s nothing wrong with giving them extra love; however make sure it won’t make them ill. There is no worse feeling than getting sick during the holiday season, pets included. Lengthy Vet bills can put a damper on holiday plans. Daily pet emergencies tend to double throughout the holiday season. Dogs consuming toxic foods are one of the leading causes.
Check out these toxic foods for dogs.
Paws off the food on this list:
Rich and Fatty Foods
Rich and fatty foods can cause problems from an upset stomach to more serious illnesses such as pancreatitis. Pancreatitis can cause pain, vomiting and dehydration.
Alcohol
This should be a no brainer that dogs cannot consume alcohol. However, dogs are attracted to the sweet taste and smell. Just like humans, animals can too become intoxicated from alcoholic beverages.
Chocolate, Coffee and Tea
Chocolate, coffee and tea contain dangerous components called xanthine; which cause nervous system, urinary system damage and heart muscle stimulation. Problems can range from digestion issues such as diarrhea to seizures and even death. Dark chocolate and unsweetened baking chocolate are the most toxic to pets.
Uncooked Meat, Fish and Poultry
Uncooked meat, fish and poultry can contain disease causing bacteria such as E. coli and parasites like Toxoplasma Gondii.
Uncooked Yeast Dough
Uncooked yeast dough can produce gas in the digestive system; which causes pain, discomfort and rupture of the stomach or intestines.
Because this time of year tends to be crazy and these foods are prevalent, it is always a good idea to keep an eye on your pets. Dogs have a way of getting food off counters or tables; always make sure food is high enough they can’t reach. Dogs are very curious and the food they see you eating seem like it should be okay for them to consume as well. Knowing the potential harmful foods to avoid well keep them safe.