What snacks are not good for dogs?
Cara Tromp
2025-07-31 13:28:45
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Chocolate, containing theobromine and caffeine, a compound that dogs can't metabolize effectively, even a small amount of chocolate can lead to serious health issues for your dog. The darker and more bitter the chocolate, the more dangerous it is for dogs. Grapes and raisins can cause severe kidney problems in dogs. Onions and Garlic can lead to anaemia in dogs by damaging their red blood cells. Avocados contain persin, a toxin that can cause health issues in dogs, along with gastrointestinal obstructions due to their large pits. Xylitol, a sugar substitute found in sugar-free gums and candies, can be lethal for dogs, causing a rapid insulin release that leads to hypoglycaemia and, in severe cases, liver failure. Alcohol and caffeine can have toxic effects on dogs, leading to anything from nervous system problems to heart issues.
Laurence McDermott
2025-07-31 12:13:23
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Chocolate can be toxic for dogs, even in quite small amounts. Dark chocolate, cooking chocolate and cocoa powder usually contains more theobromine than milk chocolate, making it more dangerous for dogs. But even the amount of sugar and fat in chocolate can make your dog ill, so it's best to be cautious and prevent them from finding it in your home.
Grapes and raisins can put dogs at risk of kidney failure – even a small amount can make your dog seriously ill. Onions, garlic, chives and leek contain a toxin that is very dangerous for dogs. Avocado contains a toxin that is poisonous to dogs. Just a small amount of macadamia nuts can be toxic for dogs. Sugar-free products such as chewing gum, cakes and sweets which contain the sweetener xylitol, can cause a life-threatening fall in blood sugar levels and collapse, which may result in death. When dogs eat uncooked bread dough, it can begin to rise in their stomach and cause discomfort.
Maurice Bergstrom
2025-07-31 11:36:31
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Onions, garlic and chives are particularly toxic to dogs and can cause gastrointestinal irritation and red blood cell damage. Chocolate is another poisonous food for dogs. Chocolate contains a stimulant called theobromine which is toxic to dogs and can cause kidney failure. Macadamia nuts contain a toxin that can affect your dog’s muscles and nervous system resulting in weakness, swollen limbs and panting. Corn on the cob could potentially be fatal if eaten by your dog. Avocados are another poisonous food for dogs. Avocado plants contain a substance called Persin which is in its leaves, fruit and seed and can cause vomiting and diarrhoea in dogs. Artificial sweetener, known as Xylitol, can cause an insulin release in our bodies, but if your dog digests one of these sweetened foods they can go into hypoglycaemia which is linked to liver failure and blood clotting disorders. Alcohol has a huge impact on dogs even in small doses. Cooked bones can easily splinter and in large quantities cause constipation or at worst, a perforation of the gut which can be fatal. Grapes and raisins may cause severe liver damage and kidney failure.