Hey there, viewers! Do you have a dog you love dearly? Dogs are indeed amazing. You wish you could give them the world in
return for their loyalty. Maybe shower them with treats and toys? As a dog owner, let me give you some advice. It’s crucial to give your fur baby healthy
food. But it’s EVEN MORE important to know what
human foods you should never feed them. In today’s video, we will be talking about
9 foods that are toxic to your dog. Why did avocados make it to our list? What’s wrong with raisins and grapes? Why are chewing gums bad for Lucky? We will be talking about all of this AND more… Avocados It hurts whenever avocados make it on a list
of “Bad Foods”. They are so delicious and make for a yummy
sandwich. But as it turns out, this scrumptious fruit
is a big NO-NO for your dog. It’s good for your health thanks to the
omega fatty acids it has to offer. But avocados also contain a toxin called persin. This toxin doesn’t affect humans, but can
wreak havoc on your dog’s lungs and chest. You need to keep your dog away from every
part of Avocado- the fruit, bark, leaves, and pit. All of them contain the same toxin. If your dog eats it, there are high chances
fluids will accumulate in its chest and lungs. This fluid accumulation makes it hard for
your dog to breathe, causing oxygen deprivation and eventual death. There have been cases where fluids build in
their heart and abdomen, especially the pancreas. The complications arising from this are often
fatal. So every time you reach for an avocado, make
sure it’s away from your fur baby’s reach. The pit can also cause a choking hazard. Chocolate The lovely smell of chocolate! It’s not just us who are addicted to it. If you open a brand new chocolate bar, your
silly pooch will come running. The smell attracts them too and of course,
sugar is their weakness. So, is it okay to feed them chocolate in moderation? Absolutely NOT! People often get confused over this. A part of the reason why is that they are
loaded with sugar. But that’s not all. Chocolates contain chemicals that are difficult
for the dog to metabolize. They can cause diarrhea, stomach pain, and
vomiting. And if you aren’t careful enough, it will
lead to dehydration. While the severity of side effects will depend
upon your dog’s size and the amount of chocolate it ate, experts say even as little as 20 milligrams
per body weight can be dangerous. Side effects of eating chocolate include internal
bleeding, heart attack, seizures, and death. Unsweetened varieties are even more dangerous
for your dog, because they contain a higher concentration of cocoa powder. In short, the darker the chocolate, the more
toxic it is for your dog. Are you finding the list useful so far? Well, this next point will surely surprise
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to date. Raisins & Grapes In short, never ever feed your dog raisins
and grapes. Not even a few. They are extremely toxic for dogs and can
cause rapid kidney failure. Even a small amount can send your dog to the
ER. In fact, there has been a study to review
180 reports. Revelations have been startling. Some dogs died after they ate just a handful
of raisins. It doesn’t matter whether they eat them
raw, or get them from baked goodies like raisin cookies. Both forms are lethal. Keep your breakfast cereals away if they contain
these two ingredients. If your dog accidentally ate grapes or raisins,
watch for alarming signs like vomiting, fatigue, and diarrhea. Excessive thirst and very little pee is a
sign of kidney failure. Contact your vet immediately. Sweet Candies, Toothpaste, and Chewing Gum There is a reason why we coupled sweet candies,
chewing gums, and toothpaste under one heading. All of them contain a sugary-alcohol added
to sweeten the taste. It’s safe for us, but toxic to dogs. Eating anything that contains it will cause
a significant drop in the dog’s blood sugar all of a sudden. You will see the symptoms within 30 minutes. They include seizures, vomiting, weakness,
and even coma. All of this eventually causes death by damaging
the liver. This means you cannot use human toothpaste
to clean your dog’s teeth. There is a special dog-variety available. And yes, keep all processed baked goods away
from your dog. Before we move ahead, here is a video you
might like. Watch this video to learn about 11 foods that
can kill you. Caffeine Oh, how cute a dog would look drinking tea
and coffee! And maybe some green tea for their health,
right? WRONG! Any beverage that contains a hint of caffeine
is off the list of foods to give your dogs. Caffeine over stimulates a dog’s nervous
system and causes their heart to beat very fast. Within a few hours of drinking tea or coffee,
your pooch might face symptoms like the lack of bladder control, excessive thirst, restlessness,
and vomiting. In case he drank too much caffeine, he might
face lung failure or an abnormal heart rhythm leading to death. There have been several deaths reported due
to caffeine overdose, and the minimum amount found is 1 milligram per kilogram of weight. On average, a cup of coffee contains 40 to
150 milligrams of caffeine. Now you get the rest of the picture! Alcohol We all love our dogs and of course, none of
us would ever think about getting them drunk. But alcohol exists in things we wouldn’t
realize. Try mouthwash, perfume, paint and cleaning
products. Make sure they’re out of your dog’s reach. Even the slightest amount can be deadly. Mild symptoms include vomiting, lack of muscle
coordination, and poor breathing. But in case your dog has had way too much,
it will result in seizures, lung failure and ultimately death. Experts say 8 milliliters of 100% alcohol
per kilogram is enough to cause death 12 to 24 hours after drinking it. Though alcohol poisoning in the majority of
cases happened by accident, one particular incident has horrified everyone. A dog ate a large number of rotten apples,
and passed away from alcohol poisoning. Yeast Dough Just like alcohol, raw dough containing yeast
is absolutely off-limits for your dog. This is because yeast produces alcohol as
they ferment. Now just imagine yeast inside your dog’s
stomach. And it isn’t just the increased alcohol
in your dog’s blood that raises concern. Even the dough will expand inside your furry
canine’s tummy causing severe bloating. Your dog will find it difficult to breathe,
as the expanded dough will put pressure on surrounding organs as well. Make sure raw dough is out of your dog’s
reach at all times. Salt Do you feed your dog the same food you cook
yourself? Or maybe give in to their puppy-dog eyes and
offer table scraps? You need to stop doing this. It’s causing them harm. Human food contains salt that isn’t good
for dogs. Eating too much can lead to serious conditions
known as salt poisoning. It causes water deprivation in dogs and leads
to symptoms like seizures, fever, tremors, and vomiting. Eventually, it causes death in severe cases
if not checked on in time. Even 4 grams of salt is toxic for dogs. This means your popcorn and pretzels are meant
for you only. Do not give in to their cries. Instead, give them a dog treat. Make sure your dog has fresh drinking water
available 24*7. Onion & Garlic There is another reason why you’re advised
to never share your food with a furry friend. It might contain onion and garlic. Onion contains compounds that are harmful
to dogs. They can damage their red blood cells. If they have enough onions, it will cause
anemia making them feel tired all the time. In severe cases, a blood transfusion will
be needed to save them. Garlic is even more dangerous than onions. It contains strong compounds that are toxic
to dogs. Your dog will become anemic and his urine
will turn dark red in color. A blood transfusion will be required to save
him. Did you know about the dangers of feeding
these foods to dogs? Let us know in the comments below. Don’t forget to share this video with your
dog-owning friends, and spread the love!
