What foods are dangerous for dogs?

The most dangerous diet for dogs. Ignore the cute puppy eyes and be informed: these are the ten most dangerous foods you can feed your dog.

Dangerous diet for dogs: what can’t they eat?

1. Alcohol

Your puppy is just like your friend from your student days. Your dog can’t tell you when he feels bad. Because alcohol has the same effect on your dog’s liver and brain as it does on yours. Unfortunately, your dog can cause a lot of damage in much smaller amounts. Even a small amount of alcohol can Vomiting, diarrhea, depression, coordination problems, breathing difficulties, coma and even death cause. As with people, the smaller the dog, the stronger the effect.

2. Onions and garlic

Make sure your dog stays away from these two because they are very dangerous foods for dogs, not only because of the possible annoying smell. Garlic is a controversial ingredient that also falls into the dangerous dog food category. It has many medicinal purposes and strengthens the immune system. However, the potential risks outweigh the benefits. Just like Onions and garlic contain a substance that damage a dog’s red blood cells and can destroy, which can lead to anemia.

Keep your eyes peeled: Symptoms of anemia in dogs are Fatigue, pale gums, loss of appetite, lethargy and shortness of breath. By the way, this risk exists in all forms of garlic and onion: raw, powdered, cooked or dried. Dogs are not allowed to eat any of it under any circumstances.

3. Caffeine

Did your dog need extra energy to wake up in the morning? Then try a refreshing morning walk, but don’t plan on sharing coffee. Coffee can cause irreparable damage and even cause caffeine poisoning, if consumed in sufficiently large quantities. This risk extends to tea, coffee and energy drinks, soda, cocoa, and even some painkillers.

Die Symptoms of caffeine poisoning your sick dog is restless, quick Breathing, heart palpitations and muscle tremors. This is how we feel after drinking a lot of energy drinks.

4. Grapes and raisins

While some fruits can be healthy snacks for your dog, grapes and raisins are unhealthy for him. They may seem innocent, but these sweet berries can have an effect on dogs Vomiting, lethargy and finally kidney failure cause. It’s unclear why these two fruits in particular have this effect, but make sure your pup is kept safely away from cutting boards containing grapes.

5. Macadamiaten

Macadamia beans can be a great source of fiber for humans, but unfortunately dogs have to find their crunch elsewhere. While the effects aren’t always that extreme, these nuts can be fatal for some dogs. The effects depend on the size of the dog. Some dogs may show signs of symptoms as little as 2.4 g of macadamia nuts per kg of body weight Symptoms of poisoning include muscle tremors, extreme tiredness, paralysis, vomiting, fever AND rapid heartbeat. Combining these nuts with chocolate worsens clinical symptoms and increases the risk of death, so seal the bag with chocolate-covered macadamia nuts and do everyone a favor.

6. Xylitol

Xylitol is an artificial sweetener often used in candy, toothpaste, and diet foods. When your dog consumes xylitol, it causes a sudden increase in insulin levels. This can lead to a dangerous drop in blood sugar levels and, ultimately, liver failure. Early symptoms include repeated vomiting, lethargy, and loss of coordination or even seizures. Due to xylitol intake, the liver can fail within a few days, so don’t forget to put the cap back on the toothpaste in the morning. Your dog will thank you!

Download an overview of the foods your dog can and cannot eat.

7. Chocolate

This treat is the most well-known forbidden food for dogs. What makes chocolate toxic and unhealthy for dogs is a substance called theobromine, which can cause abnormal heartbeats, tremors, seizures and death. All types of chocolate are dangerous for dogs, but dark, unsweetened varieties are the most potent sources of theobromine and therefore the most deadly.

8. Fat and bone secretions

You may be tempted to give your dog leftover bacon every now and then, but it’s best not to. Both cooked and raw fat excretions can cause a Pancreatitis cause and are therefore also part of the dangerous dog food. Furthermore, bones can do this too suffocation lead and the throat or the Vperforate a dog’s digestive tract. Fresh, high-quality cooked meat, on the other hand, is an excellent source of safe, puppy-friendly protein! It’s not one of the most dangerous dog diets, but it’s best not to feed it.

9. Yeast

Dog yeast is one of the unhealthiest types of food for your dog. There’s a good reason why cookie dough treats aren’t a fad. As we read in every traditional cookbook: the dough must rise. If your dog eats raw dough, it will rise into the stomach and cause severe bloating and pain. Yeast will also ferment and produce alcohol, and as you know by now, this is also not advisable.

10. Fruit stones and seeds

Overall, chocolate can be toxic to dogs. It contains theobromine, a substance that is difficult for dogs to digest and which can cause poisoning symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, increased heart rate, muscle tremors and, in severe cases, convulsions or even death. The amount and type of chocolate determine the risk: dark chocolate and baking chocolate contain more theobromine and are therefore more dangerous than milk chocolate. If your dog accidentally eats chocolate, you should immediately consult a veterinarian for advice and treatment.

Natural and fresh food

Fortunately, in addition to the more dangerous dog diets, there are also healthy, natural and fresh foods that can help your dog adopt a healthier lifestyle. Find out more in our blog post: 10 Natural and Fresh Dog Food Snacks.

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