Dogs, although they are pets and mostly feel linked to them, dogs are very different from us. And their food is not the same as that of people. In fact, we must be very cautious with dog food, as there are types of food that can seriously harm dogs' health. In this post, you will appreciate what are the 30 prohibited dog meals.
1. Chocolate
Perhaps it is forbidden foods for better known dogs. What makes chocolate or cocoa so dangerous are two of the substances they contain: caffeine and theobromine, both can cause damage to dogs' nervous systems.
2. Alcohol
If a dog drinks alcohol, he will be drunk, as happens to people, but the most dangerous thing is that alcohol affects them much more intensely than people, so, what we can imagine is a harmless amount, it can cause severe damage to dogs .
3. Coffee and caffeine
Coffee contains two very dangerous stimulants for dogs: Caffeine and methylated xanthine, both, even in small doses, can destroy the nervous system of dogs.
4. Onions
Although it may seem harmless, the onion contains a substance called thiosulfate destroys the blood cells of dogs and can cause anemia, even in the most severe cases, getting your dog to need a blood transfusion.
5. Leeks
Leeks, chives, shallots ... just like onions generate the same type of problem in the health of dogs.
6. Garlic
Like the two previous food groups, garlic produces hemolytic type anemia, although it is not as toxic as the previous ones.
7. Dairy products (ice cream, milk, cheese ...)
Dogs do not have the ability to digest lactose since they do not have the enzyme necessary for it. It usually causes diarrhea and other digestive disorders, so it is better to remove any type of dairy from your diet.
8. Avocados
Avocados contain a toxin called Persin that is poisonous to dogs. Although to be dangerous they must ingest large quantities, it is better not to give this food.
9. Grapes and raisin
Grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure in dogs, do not feed them this food.
9. Liver
The liver contains a large amount of vitamin A that dogs cannot easily assimilate. In case they eat it, better in small quantities and cooked rather than raw.
11. Bones
the bones are a delight for dogs you should be careful not to give small bones, such as chicken, as they could cause choking or choking in the dog.
12. Macadamia nuts
It is one of the most dangerous foods for dogs, because its high doses of fat can cause pancreatitis in dogs.
13. Almonds
The effect is very similar to that of Macadamia nuts. A small dose of almonds can be toxic to your dog.
14. Sugar and sweets
Sugar contributes to canine obesity and the onset of diabetes in dogs. One of the most common consequences is the possibility that your dog will go blind.
15. Yeast and fermented dough
Yeast and fermented masses are not well digested by dogs and can cause breathing problems and intestinal obstruction.
16. The heart and / or the apple seeds
The seeds and the heart of the apples contain small doses of cyanide, a substance highly toxic to dogs.
17. Persimmons
Persimmons have a substance that reacts with stomach acid and can create a sticky mass that can clog your dog's intestines.
18. Peaches and apricots
As with apples, apricot and peach bones contain doses of cyanide, in addition to the same bone, if not properly ingested it can clog the intestine or digestive tract of dogs.
19. Citrus fruits (lemon or orange)
Citrus fruits such as oranges or lemons contain psoralen and aromatic oils that are harmful to dogs. Although your dog will not be attracted to the bitter taste of these foods, it is better not to give it to him.
20. Pomegranate
The seeds of this fruit so healthy for people can hinder the digestion of dogs and cause them to suffer vomiting and stomach pains.
21. Salt
Salt is harmful to dogs even in small doses.
22. Substances with xylitol such as chewing gum
Chewing gum and candy, especially without sugar, contain a sweetener called xylitol. Xylitol is also used to make toothpastes and other products and is very toxic to dogs .
23. Mushrooms
It is not that any type of mushroom itself is toxic to dogs, but because it is very difficult to determine which is the poisonous mushroom, it will be better to avoid them in your dog's diet.
24. Moldy food
Bad or moldy food is dangerous for dogs, it seems obvious, but it is worth remembering that it is better to prevent your dog from feeding on garbage cans.
25. Raw eggs
The enzyme that has raw eggs interferes with the absorption of a particular vitamin in dogs that can cause skin problems in dogs.
26. Raw Fish
The vitamin B that raw fish (thiamine) have can be a poisonous food for dogs. Better avoid it.
27. Cat foo
The levels of protein and fat in cat food are different and therefore harmful to dogs.
28. Prepared baby food
It is not that baby food itself is toxic to dogs, but they usually include ingredients that are, such as onions, sugar or dairy.
29. Tobacco
As with humans, but to a greater extent, nicotine can damage the dog's nervous and digestive system.
30. Certain spices with capsaicin.
Capsaicin, found in chili powder, paprika, pepper or any other spicy food, is a bad food for dogs of any breed or size.
