1. Chocolate.
Most dog owners know that chocolate is something you shouldn’t feed your dog. What makes chocolate toxic to dogs is that it contains theobromine. Unlike us, dogs cannot metabolize this component as quickly as humans can. Giving your dog chocolate can cause hyperactivity, vomiting, diarrhea, pancreatitis, abnormal heartbeats, and seizures. The severity of the side effects depends on how much chocolate and what type of chocolate your dog consumes; the darker the chocolate is, the more dangerous it will be.
2. Avocado.
Avocados may be healthy for us humans; however, it is the total opposite for your dogs. Avocados contain the highest amount of fungicidal toxin called persin. When ingested by dogs, high doses of this food are lethal. Fluid May accumulate in your dog’s lungs or heart, leading to oxygen deprivation and difficult healthy breathing even the smallest portion of avocado can cause mild symptoms, such as vomiting and diarrhea. That’s why it is best to keep this food away from your dog.
3. Caffeine.
Do you think your dog needs that extra pump in the morning? It will be a smart idea to take them for a morning walk. Don’t ever think of sharing that coffee, cocoa, or tea with your Pooch because these drinks contain caffeine and caffeine contains methylxanthines that can primarily affect your dog’s heart rate and nervous system. Symptoms of caffeine poisoning include heart attack, impaired kidney function, increased heart rate, muscle Tremors, and even seizures.
4. Alcohol.
We know that you will not let your dog get drunk on purpose, but did you know that certain things in your home contain alcohol? Yes, we are talking about mouthwash, cleaning products, and perfumes; make sure to keep them away from your furry Pals. Just as it is with humans, alcohol also harms a dog’s liver and brain, even a small amount of alcohol can cause vomiting, diarrhea, breathing problems, coma, and even death, and the smaller your dog, the worse the effects can be.
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