We tend to think that dogs can eat anything, just like us. However, this is an erroneous opinion. In this article, we will explain the difference between really forbidden, dangerous or difficult to digest foods, and list the consequences so that you know the real risks.
What foods are forbidden for dogs
Grapes and raisins
Grapes and raisins can be very toxic to a dog, even in small amounts they can cause kidney failure. It’s still unclear why grapes are so harmful to dogs, but studies have shown that it’s due to one of its components, although it’s not yet known exactly which one. The poisonous effect of grapes is not specific to a particular type of this fruit and does not depend on whether it has a pit or not.
Of course, it is equally dangerous to give your dog raisins or products containing grapes and grape derivatives.
Grape.
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Chocolate
Chocolate is very toxic to dogs, regardless of how much or how often the animal consumes it. Its toxicity lies in the theobromine present in cocoa, dogs are unable to absorb this substance and it accumulates in their body. Although a dog only eats chocolate occasionally, over the years theobromine builds up in his body and can cause kidney failure.
Since all types of chocolate or chocolate products contain cocoa, there is not one that does not contain theobromine. Those with the most theobromine are the purest and darkest chocolates, just 25 grams of dark chocolate can be enough to poison a 20 kg dog.
Chocolate.
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A small amount of chocolate can cause stomach upset, vomiting or diarrhea in your dog. Although in large amounts, theobromine can cause irregular heartbeat, seizures, muscle tremors, internal bleeding, or heart attack.
The first symptom of theobromine poisoning is severe hyperactivity in dogs.
Onion and garlic
Onions and garlic contain sulfur compounds which can destroy red blood cells in dogs and cats and therefore cause anemia. These compounds are present whether the food is raw, cooked or powdered (seasoning).
Onions seem to be slightly more toxic than garlic, but either way, the toxicity of onion or garlic to a dog will depend on the dose taken. For your dog to have serious problems, he must eat a large amount of this food, for example if he eats half an onion or a whole onion at one time, or several pieces of onion each day. On the other hand, if your dog eats small amounts from time to time, nothing bad will happen to him and he will not poison himself.
Garlic.
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Symptoms of onion or garlic poisoning include: vomiting, diarrhea, orange-red urine, lethargy, shortness of breath, and rapid heartbeat. It is important to know that these symptoms do not appear immediately, but will appear 5 or 6 days after ingestion.
Alcohol
Of course, alcohol is dangerous for dogs and can cause serious harm because they cannot tolerate it. We must also prevent our dog from eating food containing alcohol.
If you suspect your pet may have been exposed to alcohol, watch for the following symptoms: inability to walk properly, low blood pressure, lethargy, bloating, vomiting, diarrhea, and even seizures.
Other Dangerous Dog Foods
Avocados Raw green tomato Fungi (depending on species, as well as humans) Seeds and “pits” of the fruit (contain a small amount of cyanide) Yeast Bones Raw fish Caffeine or theine
Milk.
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Difficult-to-digest foods for dogs
There are also foods which, although non-toxic, can be difficult for your dog to digest, causing vomiting, diarrhea and various types of stomach or intestinal upset:
Amount of fat (eg bacon) Dairy products (cheese, milk, yoghurt, etc.) Cat food: rich in protein, if the dog constantly consumes this type of food, it can develop kidney problems in the first place. Dried fruits: They are high in fat, which is more difficult for dogs to digest.
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