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Human Food Could Kill Your Dog
Let’s
face it—dogs are not known for being fussy eaters. Some dogs will
eat any and every type of food that they can get into their mouth. This
isn’t a big problem with many human foods, but there are a few that
could be potentially fatal to your dog.
We
are all aware that many dogs cannot eat chocolate. While a tiny
bite here and there may not hurt most dogs, it could kill others.
Dark chocolate and baking chocolate are especially hazardous.
Onions
are another no-no food for your dog. There are chemicals in onions
that turn to poison within the dog’s digestive system. This is
true of some strains of mushrooms as well. Rather than take the
chance, it is important to keep both these substances out of your dog’s
reach. Garlic is another culprit. The toxic effect of this spice
is quick.
Any kind of
seed could cause problems in your dog. While most will only cause
discomfort and possible vomiting, seeds such as apple seeds can be
fatal. If you have a dog that likes to investigate the garbage,
it is important to make sure he can’t get into these type of foods.
Foods such as Chicken
bones are another hazard to dogs, as are those of turkey and
duck. These bones tend to shatter and the sharp pieces can poke a
hole in your dog’s stomach or intestine.
Dogs
are known for eating many things a human stomach cannot handle.
This, however, does not mean they can eat all a human can. To be
safe, make sure foods are not left where your dog can discover
them. The most innocent looking item could be the one that kills
your dog. A few minutes of caution can save a lifetime of sadness
should you lose your dog.
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