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Top toxic human foods which are harmful to dogs

You want to share your favourite meals with your dog as a dog owner. This, however, is not always safe for your dog and can occasionally be fatal. Although certain human foods are okay for dogs to consume (such as plain, boiled chicken, green beans, and carrots), it is preferable to keep most human foods away from dogs since some human foods are toxic to dogs.

More information on the most common human meals that dogs should not eat will be shared in the article below

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XYLITOL

Xylitol is one of the most dangerous human meals for dogs, and it should be avoided at all times. Xylitol is an artificial sweetener that is typically found in gum, but it can also be found in a range of other sugar-free foods. It is even available in packets that may be mixed into beverages.

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When a dog consumes xylitol, his body produces an excessive amount of insulin, which causes liver damage. It can potentially induce seizure and brain damage, as well as death. If at all possible, avoid xylitol in your house, and never allow your dog to come into contact with it.

CAFFEINE

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You have probably heard that you should never feed chocolate to a dog, but did you realise the reason is that it contains caffeine? Caffeine is highly harmful to both dogs and cats and should never be given to them in any form or amount.

In dogs, caffeine can induce diarrhoea, vomiting, increased thirst, a fast or irregular heart rate, seizure, and death. Caffeine can be contained in coffee, soda, chocolate, and a variety of other foods and beverages that are not immediately apparent. If you are doubtful, always check the label.

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ONIONS

Onions may be more harmful to cats, but it does not imply they are not dangerous to dogs. Dogs should not be given cooked, raw, or powdered onions, and you should avoid giving your dog any meals seasoned with onion salt.

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Onions, at best, can induce severe digestive issues such as stomach distress, diarrhoea, and vomiting. They can cause harm to your dog’s red blood cells if consumed in large enough quantities. Garlic and chives can trigger the same symptoms in dogs as onions, so keep them away from your pet.

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