There are many foods which may seem harmless to you and I but that can be toxic to your pet dog. This is a list which you should save, remember and or teach your children so that they know any of these items can make your dog sick.
Raisins — Both grapes and raisins (dried grapes) can cause diarrhea, vomiting,, and kidney failure.
Onions — A chemical in onions can damage a dogs’ blood cells and can cause anemia. One small whole onion could very well be fatal.
Chocolate — Chocolate contains a caffeine-like substance that can be toxic to dogs if to much is consumed. The darker the chocolate, the worse the effect will be. Some symptoms to watch for are excited behavior, increased urination, muscle tremors, seizures and a rapid heart rate.
Macadamia Nuts — Never leave these exotic nuts lying around your house. A compound in them could leave your dog with temporary paralysis in his hind legs.
Sugarless gum – A dog will eat gum every chance he gets. Anything with xylitol, a sugar alcohol can cause a rapid drop in blood sugar in dogs which can be deadly.
