Everyday items you might not realize are toxic to dogs!

I see or hear the stories way too often that always break my heart. That is when dogs get a hold of something that is often unknowingly deadly to them. I have talked to friends and/or family and found out they didn’t know, for instance, that raisins are highly toxic to dogs! It got me thinking, I wanted to share a writeup to bring awareness and hopefully avoid any heartbreak.

Keep in mind, some of these items are only needed in very small quantities to cause possible death in dogs. For instance, just 8 oz. of raisins can be toxic to dogs. Even just one grape or raisin could prove fatal and cause acute kidney failure.

Below is a list of some items to watch out for around your dogs.

·      Antifreeze

·      Cocoa Mulch

·      Fabric Softener Sheets

·      Ice Melting Products

·      Chocolate (especially dark)

·      Alcohol

·      Caffeine

·      Garlic

·      Grapes & Raisins

·      Macadamia Nuts

·      Marijuana

·      Medicine for people (unless directed by your vet)

·      Onions

·      Salt

·      Tobacco products

·      Xylitol (sweetener found in sugar-free gum, candy, cough syrup, mouthwash, & toothpaste)

·      Yeast (Like raw bread dough)

·      Chicken & fish bones

·      Wild Mushrooms

·      Pits and seeds from fruit

·      Potato skin/raw potatoes

·      Black Walnuts

·      Fat trimmings from meat

Now here’s a list of products that are more safe for our canine companions. Keep in mind moderation is key.

·      Apples

·      Bananas

·      Berries (Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, rasberries)

·      Broth

·      Canteloupe

·      Cheese (in moderation)

·      Coconut water/milk (unsweetened)

·      Dairy/milk/yogurt (okay in small amounts, some animals maybe lactose intolerant)

·      Decaf tea

·      Eggs (cooked)

·      Green beans

·      Honey

·      Kiwi

·      Mango

·      Meat (cooked beef, lamb, pork)

·      Oatmeal/Polenta

·      Oils (olive, coconut, flax)

·      Peaches (no pits though)

·      Peanut butter

·      Pears

·      Potatoes/sweet potatoes (cooked with skin removed)

·      Poultry (cooked to 165)

·      Pumpkin (moderation is key)

·      Rice

·      Antihistamine (up to two 25 mg tabs at a time)

Whenever you have something you are just not sure about, always consult with your vet. If you cannot reach someone you can always call:

·      ASPCA 24/7 Poison Control Hotline 888-426-4435

·      Pet Poison Helpline 855-764-7661