What cannot a dog eat? List of prohibited products

What cannot a dog eat? List of prohibited products

Date: May 13, 2020 (updated: April 21, 2023)
 Category: Blog, Dog health,

A dog is a man's best friend, we take care of him and treat him as a member of the family. However, it is not human and needs a properly selected diet, different from the human diet. Products that a human can eat without any problem are safe for him, they are not always healthy for a dog. Some of them are simply harmful to your pet, even deadly. After eating them, your pet may become seriously ill or poisoned. Therefore, if we do not want to unknowingly hurt him, it is good to know what a dog cannot eat.
What cannot a dog eat?

Table of foods that the dog must not eat

Product Name

 Product description  

Characteristic symptoms
chocolate It contains caffeine, theobromine and theophylline - substances that are poisonous to your dog. The central nervous system is stimulated, resulting in: tachycardia, respiratory disorders, anxiety, diarrhea with bloody vomiting, convulsions and muscle tremors. 

After a few hours, damage to the kidneys, heart and nervous system can occur, resulting in coma and even death.
an avocado It contains persin, a toxin used to grow these fruits that is deadly to birds. The dog cannot eat it either, it is also inadvisable for cats.

diarrhea
vomiting
somnolence
loss of appetite

There is also a risk of a large stone that the dog may choke or get stuck in its intestines.
kawa The toxic effect of caffeine in coffee is exacerbated by theobromine. vomiting
weakness with simultaneous agitation
changes in the work of the heart - ventricular fibrillation, arrhythmiaDeath from coffee poisoning is rare, but may occur as a result of the respiratory center being paralyzed.
grapes and raisins Dangerous toxins for the dog, found in both fresh and dried grapes. Symptoms of poisoning usually appear within a day after consumption, less frequently within a few days: 

ospalość
vomiting
diarrhea
tenderness of the abdomen
in severe cases of renal failure. 
yeast, yeast dough They contain a toxin - ethanol, which is formed during yeast fermentation. acidosis
ttrouble with breathing
bradycardia
hypoxia
coma
blindness
apple pits They contain substances which produce hydrogen cyanide which is highly toxic to mammals. salivation
vomiting
difficulties with breathingIn severe cases:loss of consciousness
collapse
the death of the animal
onion, chives, and garlic They are toxic to dogs due to the presence of propyl disulfide and thiosulfates. They are either raw, cooked or baked. These actions do not neutralize the toxins. vomiting
diarrhea
weakness
ospalośćSome races (Akiba, Shiba and Junto) are more likely to be poisoned by onions and garlic. Poisoning in these breeds can cause more severe symptoms.
potatoes The cause of poisoning is the dog eating green, sprouted potatoes whole or just the peelings of the germinating potatoes. They contain up to five times more solanine, which is very toxic to dogs. Solanine leads to irritation of the gastrointestinal mucosa. Only when cooked, the potatoes do not harm the dog. inflammation of the digestive tract
salivation
vomiting
diarrhea
macadamia nuts Symptoms of nut poisoning may appear after eating a small amount. vomiting
diarrhea
weakness
ataxia and convulsionsThe digestive, nervous and muscular systems can be damaged.
cooked bones Both boiled, fried and baked are dangerous to your dog's health. sharp edges of small bones can damage the gastrointestinal mucosa
Undigested bone masses remaining in the intestines cause vomiting
any bone stuck in the throat causes pain and difficulty swallowing
alcohol  Even a small amount of an alcoholic drink can be dangerous and cause poisoning symptoms in a dog.  heart problems
muscle cramps
mobility problems
diarrhea
vomitingIn severe cases, the respiratory center is paralyzed, which leads to death. 

 

What the dog cannot eat - other products:

  • Milk and milk products. Since the activity of the enzyme that breaks down lactose gradually declines from around 8 weeks of age and lactose intolerance is very common in dogs, it is important to eliminate dairy products from their diet. Lactose intolerance can cause symptoms such as diarrhea and flatulence. 
  • Cat food. Feeding your dog cat food is a bad idea. The amount of protein and fat in a cat's diet significantly exceeds the dosages recommended for dogs. Eating cat food can end up in your dog suffering from kidney disease.
  • Legumes. Beans, peas, broad beans or chickpeas should not be eaten by the dog. They cause severe and painful stomach bloating in pets. In severe cases, they can lead to stomach torsion.
  • Mushrooms. Even the edible and tastiest mushrooms poison our dog. They are difficult to digest, so they disrupt the work of the stomach. They have a negative effect on the work of the nervous system, kidneys and heart. 

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