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Foods Toxic to your Dog

There are a number of foods we humans eat that can be quite toxic to our canine companions.

Please be aware this is only a partial list of foods & symptoms. This list is provided for your perusal, and is in no way meant to offer medical advice.

If you believe your dog has been subjected to food toxins, please call your veterinarian immediately!!!

Food: Symptoms:
Alcohol Can cause intoxication, coma, and death.
Almond Pit contains cyanide. Can be fatal. *Remember, dogs do not know to stop eating at the pit.
Animal Fat Excessive fat can cause Pancreatitis.
Apple Pit contains cyanide. Can be fatal.
Apricot Pit contains cyanide. Can be fatal.
Avocados Fruit, Pit, and plant are all toxic!! Can cause respiratory problems as well as fluid accumulation in the head, chest, and abdomen.
Baby Food May contain onion powder!! (See onion)
Bones Can cause obstructions, or lacerations of the digestive tract.
Cherries Pit contains cyanide. Can be fatal.
Chocolate Can cause seizures, coma and death. Unsweetened chocolate is the most dangerous.
Coffee/Tea Can contain caffeine, which can cause seizures, coma and death.
Citrus oil extracts Can cause vomiting
Fried foods Excessive fat can cause Pancreatitis.
Garlic Can damage red blood cells and cause anemia.
Grapes Can cause acute renal failure.
Macadamia Nuts Can cause muscle weakness, tremors, and paralysis.
Mushrooms Can cause multiple system failure, shock, and death.
Nutmeg Can cause tremors, seizures, and death.
Onions Can damage red blood cells and cause anemia.
Peaches Pit contains cyanide. Can be fatal.
Raisins Can cause acute renal failure.
Raw Eggs Decreases absorption of biotin, which can lead to skin, and coat problems. Also raw eggs may contain salmonella.
Salt Excessive amounts can lead to electrolyte imbalances, and kidney problems.
Tomatoes The plants themselves are the most toxic, but the fruit can cause tremors and heart arrhythmias

 
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