The vet blog on Catster had an interesting post that serves as a reminder for pet owners–just because you eat it doesn’t mean your pet can. Take a simple thing like grapes. As Dr. Eric Barchas states even up until 1999, grapes were being recommended as treats for dogs. The reality is that grapes and raisins in large quantities can be lethal. What other people foods shouldn’t pets get? Here’s a starting point:
- Onions
- Garlic
- Chocolate
- Anything containing the sweetener xylitol like breath mints no matter how bad your dog’s breath is
- Avocado
The list doesn’t stop there. No ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or alcohol no matter how much we beg. Pets are not little people, but animals with an entirely different physiology than people.
Plants can be toxic too. Consider this list of toxic plants:
- Baby’s breath
- Lilies
- Tulips
- Philodendron
- Daisies
When in doubt, consult your veterinarian or the Animal Poison Control Center.
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March 30th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
Thanks for the tips! Is this the same for dogs and husbands as well?
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