Dogs 101 :

Common Foods Which Are Dangerous For Your Dogs

(1) Chocolate :

Chocolate contains theobromine (a methylxanthine derivative). It can cause a dog to vomit, have diarrhea, pant excessively, urinate frequently, develop a great thirst, have seizures, show hyperactivity, get an abnormal heart beat and possibly die. The negative effects depend on the dosage, the size of the dog, and the type of chocolate. The most dangerous types of chocolate are dark chocolate, baker's chocolate and cocoa powder. White chocolate is not dangerous, though the fat and sugar content is not good for your dog.


(2)Caffeine/Coffee :

Caffeine/Coffee warrant the same precautions as for chocolate. Caffeine, like theobromine, is a methylxanthine derivative with similar effects on dogs.

(3) Alcohol

Alcohol Beer, liquor, wine, foods containing alcohol – can kill your dog. Alcohol is a depressant and slows down the functioning of a dog's liver and brain the same as it does to humans. The smaller the dog, the greater the effect.dogs are much smaller and are more susceptible to intoxication. It takes far less alcohol to damage a dog’s vital organs. Just a small amount of alcohol can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, central nervous system depression, problems with coordination, difficulty breathing, coma, and even death

(4) Onions, garlic and chives : 

Onions, garlic and chives in all forms (dry, raw, cooked) contain thiosulphate, which can irritate the gastrointestinal system of your dog. A relatively high dosage (600-800 grams) in one meal or spread apart over a few days can damage red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia).

(5)Grapes and Raisins : 

Grapes and Raisins - can lead to kidney failure. [4] As yet, it is not known what substance in grapes causes this. Be careful, as raisins are often in cake and cookies.