Foods not to feed dogs

Dogs are greedy, even very greedy. They like everything or almost everything. And it's true that when you eat and he looks at you with his doggy look, it's hard to resist your dog. And yet you have to. I know you're thinking "oh it's not a square of chocolate or a piece of raw fish that will make him sick" and yet ..... Not only are some foods not good for his health, but some can even be dangerous.

I have therefore decided to give you a list of all the foods to be avoided and not to be given to your dog. Why not? Because I used to be like all masters and I easily succumbed when my dog licked his lips when he saw me eating my Nutella sandwich.

Until the day I got a soap (or even a whole shower gel) from my vet. I was in the waiting room and in front of his secretary I gave my dog a piece of my kinder bueno.

I would have been better off not doing that. But at least I know what to give and what not to give to my dog. You'll be surprised and the whole family will go on a diet.

 

1) The chocolate

If I mention it first, it's because it's what gave me away in the waiting room. And it's true that this is what I used to give my dog most often. So according to my vet "no, but that's not right, you want to kill your dog or what". But I'm going to do it softer. I don't want to scare you away either.

Do you know what theobromine is? No. It's normal. It is a harmful component of chocolate. So of course, its toxicity depends on the amount ingested and the size of your dog. If he's 40 kilos and he ate the last square of chocolate you left lying around on the table, don't worry. However, if you have a small dog and he ate half of your chocolate box, you'll have to act quickly.

Symptoms appear about 2 to 4 hours after ingestion. They may include seizures, heart rhythm disturbances, diarrhea and vomiting. If this is the case, take your dog to your veterinarian as soon as possible. Prevention is better than cure, so forget about chocolate for your dog.

 

2) Cooked bones

Well, I knew that so I didn't give them to my dog, but maybe not everyone knows that. So that's why I'm talking about it (without wanting to justify myself). So why do we talk about cooked bones, but not about raw bones?

The reason is simple. Bones, when they are cooked, become crumbly and brittle. One bite and they shatter into tiny pieces. They can then damage or cut the gums, get stuck between the teeth, cause injuries or dental fractures and worse, cooked bones can cause a perforation of the intestine or esophagus and also lead to an intestinal obstruction.

So forget about cooked bones, but don't give a dog chicken or rabbit bones either. So, even if your dog loves bones like monkeys love bananas, rabbits love carrots (OK, I'm getting carried away), don't give him any.

 

3) Grapes

Personally, I have never given my dog a grape, but according to my vet, many owners give them to their furry friend. They often make them eat it apparently as a reward during training.

As you can see on this method that I recommend, the reward is important: "train your dog in 15 minutes a day", I am talking about rewards. But not grapes and fortunately. Otherwise I would have taken a second layer from my vet.

Anyway, the fact remains that grapes are among the foods that are forbidden to dogs. All types of grapes are concerned: red, white, dry or fresh. It causes diarrhea, vomiting and can lead to acute renal failure in the long term. In terms of the proportions ingested, fresh grapes are harmful from 20 grams per kilo (so if your dog weighs 20 kilos, 200 g of grapes can be harmful), from 4 g per kilo for raisins.

 

4) Raw fish

Sushi is the trend, but not for dogs, believe me. Raw fish and especially salmon should not be included in a dog's diet. Why not? Because they contain parasites (yuck) and more precisely trematode larvae (yuck again). These have a tendency to stick to the digestive system of dogs by clinging to the intestinal walls.

Symptoms take a long time to appear and are often confused with other dog diseases and therefore go unnoticed. So that you don't miss it, the most common symptoms are loss of appetite and weight loss.

However, you can give your dog cooked fish. We're not going to deprive him of everything either. At least by cooking it, you kill the parasites (you know the ones with the weird names) and your dog can enjoy it without fearing for his health.

 

5) Onions

I can already see you saying when you read me "but no one gives onions to their dog". No, it's true, nobody peels an onion to give it to his dog (well, I think so). But on the other hand, it is common to give our leftovers to our dog. And what is in our leftovers? Onions. So without knowing it, we give onion to a dog. And if I tell you about it, it's because it's really not good for his health.

You should know that onions eaten often by your dog can cause the destruction of the red cells of your pet. That's all it takes! And inevitably, if there are fewer red blood cells, there will come a time when your dog's body will be deprived of oxygen.

What are the symptoms? They are the same as food poisoning, i.e. vomiting and diarrhea as well as a loss of appetite accompanied by fever and fatigue. The solution? Do not give onion-based leftovers!

 

 

 

6) Certain drinks

So don't take me for a fool, but some owners and I have the confirmation of my vet give to their dog ............. alcohol, coffee, milk and so on. And this is really not good for his health.

Milk can cause vomiting and diarrhea, because it is rich in lactose (of course). Since dogs don't have the enzymes to dissolve sugar, their intestines can't digest it. As for alcohol, don't leave your glasses lying around on the table, because it can make your dog dizzy and lead to a coma!

Coffee has the same effect as chocolate. It makes the heart beat faster and can cause a heart attack. Give your dog only water. It's that simple. And don't leave glasses, cups, etc. lying around. A dog can drink anything that's lying around on a table. Other solutions, you teach him not to touch or take what he is not allowed. But then, you'll have to go through the training process.

 

7) Avocados

Once again, be careful when giving your dog your leftovers. You are tired of eating salads prepared by your wife and you don't dare to tell her so you give it to the dog (if you do that). Only in the salad, there is often avocado and that's where it gets stuck.

Avocado is very rich in fat, too rich in fat for your dog anyway. If your dog eats a lot of avocado, it can cause inflammation of the pancreas.

You will see everywhere that the pit is also toxic, because it contains pectin, which is harmful to the lungs and heart of our dogs. Well OK, give the pit to a dog....... is weird. But you never know. So make sure you finish your salads or find another solution so your dog never eats avocados.

 

8) Salted meats

Salted meats, ham, sausages are good on our plate, but not in your dog's bowl. They are rich in fat and preservatives and are rich in salt. And salt ingested in large quantities can cause convulsions, paralysis and even comas.

Salt makes a dog thirsty (as it does for us). So he will drink more than usual, even too much, and this can cause gas so bad that it can unfortunately kill your dog. Yes, you read that right. Of course, he has to eat a lot of it, but be careful.

So be careful when you prepare your dog's meals yourself. Be careful with the salt that accompanies his rice and with the meat, ask your butcher for scraps and cook them yourself (without the top of salt).

 

Other prohibited foods for dogs

• Surimi: Surimi is full of synthetic additives that can be harmful to a dog's stomach.
• Mussels: Mussels are organisms that filter water. They may contain heavy metals that could cause damage to your dog's organs.
• Ham: It has a high concentration of sodium and saturated fat. It should be avoided.
• Rhubarb: It can cause nervous and cardiac problems.
• Beet: It has a high concentration of oxalate salts, which is similar to poison for the dog.
• Potato: Causes severe digestive problems.
• Cabbage and turnips: Like other vegetables, they can cause gas and severe diarrhea.
• Onions and shallots: They can cause respiratory problems and anemia.
• Garlic: It can cause respiratory problems and anemia.
• Leek: It is concentrated in trisulphate, a dangerous substance for dogs.
• Chives: It is concentrated in trisulphate, a dangerous substance for dogs.
• Sausage: It may contain spices, pepper, garlic and is highly saturated in salt and fat.

 

How do I choose the best diet for my dog?

For me, the easiest way is to trust the recognized professionals of the sector. This gives you the assurance to give your dog the right products while simplifying your life. For example, I recommend Ollie products.

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