Pet Care Articles
1) Bread Dough - The yeast inside will expand in a dog's stomach leading to a serious vet emergency. Luckily, most dogs return to normal in a few days.
2) Oninions - A big NO. They can harm the red blood cells and may cause serious illnesses, even death.
3) Raisins/Grapes - They can cause severe health issues in pets and should be avoided. Some pets experience gastrointestinal upsets with milk and milk-based products.
4) Macadamia Nuts - They can be harmful to dogs. Hypothermia, vomiting, tremors, loss of coordination, dizziness, and hyperthermia are some of the symptoms seen in the affected dogs.
5) Avocados - Not just the fruit but also the leaves, fruit, seeds and bark. They can be harmful to dogs by inducing diarrhea and vomiting. Some birds and rodents can be sensitive to avocados too.
6) Chocolate is a universal favorite for humans and animals alike. But it comes with warnings too. Caffeine and theobromine are two ingredients in chocolate that may be harmful to animals. A combination of these ingredients can cause a variety of problems. The potentially fatal side effects include heart arrhythmias, cardiac, and respiratory arrests. Minor ones include vomiting and diarrhea.
7) Salt in large quantities can be harmful to pets by causing excess thirst and urination. Some pets can even experience sodium poisoning.
8) One main substance to avoid giving pets is Xylitol, which is a common sweetener in many everyday products such as toothpaste, candy, gum and baked goods.