2. INTRODUCTION
What you feed your pet determines her
longevity and health. that is why it is
important to pay heed to what you are
feeding them; a slight mistake in feeding
can cause severe health problems and can
lead to an upset stomach, diarrhea,
serious health issues or even death.
3. CHOCOLATES, COFFEE
They contain theobromine
and caffeine, which are toxic
to dogs if eaten in a large
quantity.
It can cause vomiting,
diarrhea, rapid or irregular
heartbeat, restlessness,
muscle tremors, seizures or
even death.
4. GRAPES AND RAISINS
Grapes can cause acute
kidney failure.
They can provoke
vomiting, diarrhea and
lethargy in dogs.
5. GARLIC AND ONIONS
They can damage the red blood cells; they can
rupture or make them lose their capability to carry
oxygen effectively, which can lead to life threatening
anemia. Don’t use garlic for fleas; it is harmful
rather than helpful.
6. XYLITOL
It is an artificial sweetener;
found in candies, sweets and
mint. It is hazardous for dogs.
It leads to Renal Side
Effects, Digestive Side Effects
and Animal Toxicity.
7. BONES FROM FISH, POULTRY OR OTHER MEAT
SOURCES
They can cause obstruction or laceration of the
digestive system.
They can cause bowel obstruction and puncture.
the intestine
8. MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS
They can cause diarrhea or other digestive
upsets.
Pets do not possess
significant amount of
lactase; the enzyme that
breaks down lactose into
milk.
9. SUGARY FOOD AND DRINKS
It causes obesity, dental problems such as tooth
decay, joint problems diabetes; it is noted that
obese dogs are at higher risk of diabetes.
Excessive sweet food retards calcium metabolism
and initiates skeletal problems including bone loss
and arthritis.
10. SO, NEXT TIME YOU ARE OUT IN STORES TO
BUY EDIBLES FOR YOUR CANINE YOU
ACTUALLY KNOW WHAT NOT TO BUY AND
WASTE YOUR MONEY ON.
