We all want to look after our pets, but what they eat matters too.
Some foods are seriously toxic to dogs, and they are all commonly found around the house. According to Amir Anwary, known as amirthevet on TikTok, he sees five common toxicities effecting dogs quite often.
One of them is onions. The popular vegetable comprises of a toxic compound called N-propyl disulfide that damages red blood cells. This can lead to anemia and organ failure.
When it comes to how much they need to consume to be impacted, this often depends on the dog’s weight, but it’s normally around 0.5% or more of their body weight.
Xylitol is something else dogs should avoid. The natural sugar alcohol is typically found in plants, including many fruits and vegetables.
It’s also found in many common human products such as sugar-free gum, toothpaste, mouthwash and some peanut butters.
Even small amounts of it can be fatal to dogs so be sure to look out for symptoms of xylitol poisoning such as vomiting, decreased activity, weakness, staggering, incoordination, collapse, seizures, liver failure and bleeding problems.
Dogs should also avoid eating grapes and raisins. They are toxic to dogs and can lead to kidney failure or death, even in small amounts. What’s more is, dried versions of the fruit are more likely to cause severe symptoms.
Macadamia nuts can also lead to poisoning. The toxic component within the nut is unknown, but they aren’t safe for your pooches to be near. Eating just a few nuts can lead to intoxication in a small to medium sized dog.
Chocolate is also a big no-no for your precious pooches. Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, which are both toxic to dogs.
Dogs aren’t able to metabolize these chemicals as well as humans, which can cause problems for your pets. The amount of chocolate considered toxic depends on how big the dog is and the kind of chocolate it eats.
Darker, more bitter chocolates are the most toxic. Meanwhile, white chocolate has very little theobromine and is usually considered less dangerous.
The video has been viewed thousands of times since it was shared, and people thanked the vet for the advice. One said they were learning « so much » from Amir’s videos.
One wrote: « Nice. Thank you for your knowledge. » Another added: « Thanks for adding Xylitol to your list. Many people don’t know about it. »
