Key Takeaways:  Common clinical signs are gastrointestinal upset, depression, weakness, and dark urine 15g garlic/kg body weight can cause significant changes in blood parameters Some breeds are more susceptible – eg, Akita, Shiba Inu, Japanese Chin, and Korean Jindo Signs of toxicity can take days to appear, depending on how much was ingested Garlic-associated poisoning … Read more

Key Takeaways Theobromine is the toxic ingredient in chocolate that causes problems for dogs Just 1oz of dark chocolate can be toxic to small and medium-sized pooches Chocolate affects the heart, nervous and gastrointestinal systems and can cause organ failure Chocolate poisoning is rarely fatal, but this is due to rapid treatment, and you should … Read more

Key Takeaways: Rubber is dangerous for dogs to eat because they can’t digest it. Rubber can cause choking, digestive upset, abdominal infections, or obstructions when dogs eat it. If your dog eats rubber, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. Your kids are playing in the yard with a small bouncy ball they got at the … Read more

Key Takeaways: Dogs cannot digest plastic, but it can damage your dog’s system. Any time your dog eats plastic, you should contact your vet and let them know what happened. Fragments of plastic can cause your dog to choke, create an obstruction, or perforate the bowel. Your dog has been quiet…too quiet. So, you walk … Read more

Key Takeaways: Some gums contain xylitol which is highly toxic to dogs.  It may only take 1 piece of gum to poison a small dog. If your dog ate any gum, remove any remaining pieces from his reach and contact your veterinarian immediately. Your daughter has some friends over, and they’re outside playing with the … Read more

Key Takeaways Advil (Ibuprofen) is one of the most common human medications causing toxicity in dogs Call your veterinarian as soon as possible if your dog has eaten some Advil (ibuprofen) Just one small dose can cause toxic signs such as gastrointestinal disturbance Advil, a commonly used over-the-counter human medication, contains the active ingredient ibuprofen. … Read more

Key Takeaways: Rat poison tends to be seen as a tasty treat by our canine companions, so make sure to keep it well out of reach. 4 broad types of rat poison commercially available in the USA in 2022. Immediately call your veterinarian and the dog Poison Helpline to determine how much your dog has … Read more

Key Takeaways: Corn cobs are dangerous for dogs because they can cause choking or obstructions. If your dog eats any corn cob, you should contact your vet even if you don’t see any concerning signs. There are three reasons that corn cobs are dangerous: they’re not digestible, they’re highly absorbent, and they’re extremely abrasive. You … Read more

Key Takeaways: Raisins are extremely poisonous for some dogs, and one or two can be enough to cause acute renal failure. If you know or suspect that your dog has eaten any raisins, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. Early treatment is key to a favorable prognosis and recovery from raisin poisoning. They’re a delicious … Read more

Key Takeaways: Chicken bones can be dangerous for dogs if they eat them. Cooked chicken bones can splinter into sharp shards. The treatment and recovery depend on how much damage the chicken bones inflict on your dog. You just pulled a tray of chicken legs out of the oven and got a phone call. While … Read more