PLEASE READ - FOODS TOXIC TO YOUR PUPPY/DOG:

 

Onions are toxic to dogs. The toxicity is dose dependent, so the bigger the animal, the more onion need be consumed to cause toxicity. Onion toxicity causes a Heinz body anemia. Heinz bodies are small bubble-like projections that protrude from a red blood cell and can be seen when the cells are stained. This "bubble" is a weak spot in the red blood cell and, therefore, the cell has a decreased life span and ruptures prematurely.

Chocolate contains Theo bromine.  A naturally occurring stimulant found in the cocoa bean – Theo bromine increases urination and affects the central nervous system, as well as the heart muscle. While amounts vary by type of chocolate (dark chocolate being the worst), it’s the Theo bromine that is poisonous to dogs.  As little as one ounce of baker’s chocolate can kill a Pomeranian!  Remember that baker’s chocolate is used to make brownies, cakes, cookies and such – so PLEASE keep all of these goodies away from your Pom!

Raisins and Grapes cause acute Renal failure in dogs.  Poison control states that as few as 7 raisins or grapes can be toxic to your dog or puppy.

Liver is a favorite food for dogs. If liver intake is too high, however, it can cause nutritional problems because liver has a high content of vitamin A. Consumption of this vitamin in large amounts can lead to vitamin A toxicity, or hypervitaminosis A.  If your dog eats raw liver or consumes three servings of cooked liver a week, they could be headed for bone problems. Never feed liver to a dog that is also on vitamin A supplements.

Raw Salmon carries a bacterium that if left untreated can be fatal in 7 to 10 days.

Caffeine Beverages – Coffee, Tea, Soda (has the same effect as chocolate)

Wild Mushrooms – Store-bought mushrooms are perfectly fine for your dog – but, just as the case in humans, some wild mushrooms are poisonous to dogs.

SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ABOVE FOODS:

 

If your dog has ingested a substance that you suspect is toxic, your first step is to identify the substance in question. Once you know what he ate, call the Animal Poison Control Center - 1-888-426-4435.  A $45 fee may be applied in some cases.  This hotline will be able to tell you if the substance is caustic or not.   This is a very important distinction, as caustic substances can NOT be treated by induced vomiting. Instead, vomiting will cause internal tears in your dog's stomach and his condition will rapidly worsen.

In most cases of poisoning, the immediate treatment is to induce vomiting.

**Warning** - Before You Make Him Vomit** 
If convulsions, seizures, shock or lethargy are present as symptoms, do NOT induce vomiting!!

In ALL poisoning cases, please seek veterinary care immediately! Vomiting is only a temporary fix, to allow you enough time to get your pet to a vet!

 

To induce vomiting, give orally, one teaspoon of Syrup of Ipecac, or two teaspoons of Hydrogen Peroxide. In a desperate pinch, a teaspoon of table salt will also have the correct effect.  If you have any doubts about what your pet ingested – do not induce vomiting – seek immediate medical care.

 

**Note: The above is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice in any way.