Foods that should never be given to your pet


1. Onions. Both onions and garlic contain the toxic ingredient Thiosulphate. But onions are more danger. Many dog biscuits contain small amounts of garlic. Garlic contains less of this toxin so large amounts would have to be consumed to be toxic. This poison builds up in the system--It can be toxic in one large dose or with repeated consumption of small amounts.

2. Chocolate. Chocolate contains Theobromine, a compound that is a cardiac stimulant and a diuretic. This can be fatal to dogs.

3. Grapes. Grapes are dangerous because of an unknown substance which is toxic to dogs. it affects the canine's kidneys.

4. Raisins. See above.

5. Most fruit pits and seeds. They contain Cyanogenic Glycosides resulting in cyanide poisoning. The fruit itself is okay.

6. Macadamia Nuts. Macadamia nuts contain an unknown substance that is toxic to dogs.

7. Most Bones should not be given. Especially chicken bones. They can splinter and cause laceration of the digestive system and/or become lodged in your pet's throat--so they also pose a choking hazard.

8. Potato peelings and green potatoes. They contain oxalates which can affect the digestive, nervous and urinary systems.

9. Rhubarb leaves. See above.

10. Broccoli. Broccoli is only toxic in large quantities.

11. Green parts of tomatoes or green potatoes. They contain oxalates, which can affect the digestive, nervous and urinary systems.

12. Yeast dough. Yeast dough can produce gas and swell in your pets stomach--leading to a rupture of the digestive system.

13. Coffee/Coffee grounds and Tea. Dangerous due to the caffeine.

14. Beer/Wine/Alcohol of any kind. Alcohol of any kind can lead to coma or even death.

15. Human Vitamins. Human vitamins, especially those that contain iron, can cause damage to the lining of the digestive system as well as cause kidney and liver damage.

16. Moldy or Spoiled food. This goes without saying.

17. Persimmons. They can cause intestinal blockage.

18. Raw Eggs and Raw Fish. Raw eggs and some raw fish can cause salmonella poisoning.

19. Baking soda and baking powder. In large amounts these can cause an electrolyte imbalance--and severe electrolyte imbalances can lead to muscle spasms or even congestive heart failure.

20. Mushrooms. Mushrooms contain toxins which could cause liver and kidney damage.

21. Sugar free foods. Sugar free foods containing xylitol have been found to cause liver failure in some dogs.

22. Nutmeg. Nutmeg can cause tremors, seizures, and central nervous system damage.

23. Excessive fatty foods. Excess fatty foods can cause pancreatitis.

24. Avocado. All parts of the avocado and avocado tree are toxic to dogs.

25. Dairy products. Dairy products don't usually pose a danger; but many dairy products have high fat content (see number 23)--and many pets are lactose intolerant. Lactose intolerance leads to gas and diarrhea; though small amounts of yogurt and cheese are usually fairly well tolerated.

26. Baby food. Can contain onion powder, which can be toxic to dogs.

27. Citrus oil extracts. Can cause vomiting.

28. Liver. Large amounts of liver can cause Vitamin A toxicity.

29. Salt. Large quantities may cause an electrolyte imbalance.

30. Tobacco. Contains nicotine, which affects the digestive and nervous systems. Can result in rapid heart beat, collapse, coma, and death.

31. Hops. Can cause panting, increased heart rate, elevated temperature, seizures and death.