Household Hazards: Puppy-proofing a Home
Foods Toxic to Dogs
Onions: Both onions and
garlic contain the toxic ingredient Thiosulphate, but onions are a greater
danger. Many dog biscuits contain *small* amounts of garlic. Because garlic contains less of this toxin,
huge amounts would need to be consumed to be toxic. This poison builds up the
system; it can be toxic in one large
dose or with repeated consumption of
small amounts.
Chocolate: Chocolate
contains Theobromine, a compound that is a cardiac stimulant and a diuretic.
This can be fatal to dogs.
Grapes &
Raisins:
Grapes are dangerous because of a substance which affects canines' kidneys
Most Fruit Pits and
Seeds:
These seeds contain Cyanogenic Glycosides that result in cyanide poisoning,
but the fruit itself is OK. (e.g. apple
seeds, cherry pits, peach pits).
Macadamia Nuts: These contain an
unknown substance that is toxic to dogs
Bones: Most cooked bones
should *not* be given to dogs (especially chicken bones) because they can
splinter and cause laceration of the digestive system and/or become lodged in
your pet’s throat.
Potato Peelings,
Green parts of Tomatoes or Green Potatoes:
All contain Oxalates, which can affect the digestive, nervous, and
urinary systems.
Broccoli: Broccoli is only
toxic in large quantities.
Yeast Dough: Yeast Dough can
produce gas and swell in your pet’s stomach and may lead to rupture of the
digestive system.
Beer/Wine/Liquor/
Alcohol: Alcohol
of any kind may lead to coma or even death.
Human Vitamins: Vitamins intended
for humans, especially those containing iron, can cause damage to the lining of
the digestive system as well as cause kidney and liver damage.
Persimmons: Persimmons can
cause intestinal blockage.
Raw Eggs and Raw
Fish
: Raw eggs and fish can cause Salmonella poisoning.
Salt, Baking Soda,
Baking Powder: In
large amounts these can cause an electrolyte imbalance. Severe electrolyte imbalances can lead to
muscle spasm or even congestive heart failure.
Mushrooms: Mushrooms may
contain toxins which could cause liver and kidney damage.
Sugar-Free Foods: Sugar-free foods
containing Xylitol have been found to cause liver failure dogs.
Nutmeg: Nutmeg may cause
tremors, seizures, and central nervous system damage.
Avocado: All parts of the
avocado fruit and tree are toxic to dogs.
Mustard Seeds
Tea (Caffeinated
Blends)
Walnuts
***There
may be other foods that your dog should not consume; always ask your vet if you are unsure***
Plants Toxic to Dogs
Lilies: Poisonous component has not yet been
identified, but even ingestion of very small amounts
can cause severe kidney damage.
Marijuana: Ingestion can
result in depression of the central nervous system and incoordination,
as well as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, increased heart rate, and even
seizures and coma.
Sago Palm:
All parts are poisonous, but the seeds contain the largest amount of toxin. Ingestion of one
or two seeds can result in very serious effects, including vomiting,
diarrhea, depression, seizures and liver failure.
Tulip/Narcissus Bulbs: Contain
toxins that cause intense gastrointestinal irritation, drooling,
loss of appetite, depression of the central nervous system, convulsions
and cardiac abnormalities.
Azalea/Rhododendron:
Contain substances
known as grayantoxins, which can produce vomiting, drooling, diarrhea,
weakness and depression of the central nervous system in animals. Severe
azalea poisoning could ultimately lead to coma and death from
cardiovascular collapse.
Oleander: Contain cardiac glycosides that have the potential to
cause serious effects including gastrointestinal tract irritation,
abnormal heart function, hypothermia and even death.
Castor Bean: Poisonous compound is ricin, a
highly toxic protein that can produce severe abdominal pain, drooling,
vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst, weakness and loss of appetite.
Severe cases of poisoning can result in dehydration, muscle twitching,
tremors, seizures, coma and death.
Cyclamen: Contain cyclamine, but the highest
concentration of this toxic component is typically located in the root
portion of the plant. If consumed, Cylamen can produce
significant gastrointestinal irritation, including intense vomiting.
Fatalities have also been reported in some cases.
Kalanchoe: Contains components that can produce gastrointestinal
irritation, as well as those that are toxic to the heart, and can
seriously affect cardiac rhythm and rate.
Yew: Contains toxic component known as taxine,
which causes central nervous system effects such as trembling,
incoordination, and difficulty breathing. It can also cause significant
gastrointestinal irritation and cardiac failure, which can result in
death.
Amaryllis: Popular around Easter; contain toxins that can cause vomiting, depression, diarrhea, abdominal pain, hypersalivation, anorexia and tremors.
Autumn Crocus: Ingestion can result in oral irritation, bloody vomiting, diarrhea, shock, multi-organ damage and bone marrow suppression.
Chrysanthemum: Contain pyrethrins that may produce gastrointestinal
upset, including drooling, vomiting and diarrhea, if eaten. In certain
cases depression and loss of coordination may also develop if enough of
any part of the plant is consumed.
English Ivy (branching ivy, glacier ivy, needlepoint ivy, sweetheart ivy & California ivy): Contains triterpenoid saponins that, should pets ingest, can result in vomiting, abdominal pain, hypersalivation and diarrhea.
Peace Lily: Contains calcium oxalate crystals
that cause oral irritation, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty
in swallowing and intense burning and irritation of the mouth, lips and
tongue in pets who ingest.
Pothos: Ingestion causes significant mechanical irritation and swelling of the oral
tissues and other parts of the gastrointestinal tract.
Schefflera: Contain calcium
oxalate crystals that can cause oral irritation, excessive drooling,
vomiting, difficulty in swallowing and intense burning and irritation of
the mouth, lips and tongue in pets who ingest.
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