Key Takeaways: Dogs are hunters by instinct. So, when your pooch catches a mouse, you shouldn’t be surprised. But what if he eats it? The greatest threat your dog faces if he eats a mouse is secondary poisoning from rodenticide. However, mice may also carry dangerous organisms including protozoan parasites, intestinal parasites, and infectious bacteria. … Read more
Key Takeaways: Dogs are natural predators, and some will go after anything that moves. So, what if your pooch sees a frog hopping by the lake and pounces on it? Is it safe to eat? Whether frogs are safe for dogs depends on which type of frog your pooch encounters. To be on the safe … Read more
Key Takeaways: Jerky is a yummy and satisfying snack for many humans, but what about our four-footed friends? If your dog snarfs a piece or package of jerky, should you be concerned? Whether you should be concerned for your pooch depends on the type of dehydrated meat treats he ate and the ingredients in the … Read more
Key Takeaways: Dogs love to explore and eat all kinds of things. If they have access to the garbage after you enjoyed a plate of ribs, they’ll surely snarf up the bones. What should you do? Rib bones can be dangerous for dogs because they’re usually cooked by the time Fido eats them, and they … Read more
When I was younger, my family had a dog that would raid the trash can whenever I had my period. She would tear apart the menstrual pads and eat the blood. Yuk! In this article, we’ll examine how period blood affects your dog and what to do if he eats some. We’ll talk about when … Read more
Key Takeaways: You’ve just come home from work to dirt everywhere, your prized Monstera plant in shreds all over the hall rug, and a rather sheepish-looking pooch with tell tale soil on their snoot. Suddenly you wonder if they’ve eaten some and if it’s toxic to our furbabies. Well, you’re in the right place. Read … Read more
Key Takeaways: If you’ve ever tasted soap by accident, you may wonder how your beloved canine could ever ingest a bar of Ivory. But, dogs can eat just about anything. Should you be concerned if your beloved furbaby munches a bar of soap or licks up some liquid soap? Although most bar soap that’s made … Read more
Key Takeaways: Grape jelly is a popular staple in many households and pairs well with peanut butter. But is it safe for your pooch? The quick and easy answer to this question is no. Grape jelly is not safe for dogs. All jams and jellies are high in sugar which can cause your pooch to … Read more
Key Takeaways: We all know dogs are not the most discerning of diners and will eat almost anything they shouldn’t. Forget the embarrassment, if your dog eats a tampon, it could be a medical emergency, and you should call your veterinarian for advice. Think about the function of a tampon, it’s designed to expand in … Read more
Key Takeaways: Your dog usually chases flies and snaps them out of the air. But this time she snagged a bee and has been whimpering. Should you be concerned? Fortunately, unless your pooch has an allergy to bee venom, eating a stinging insect is fairly harmless. Sure, she’ll have a sore mouth or tongue for … Read more
Key Takeaways You’re making a delicious hot chocolate and spill some of the cocoa powder, but before you can do anything, your pooch has managed to lick every bit off the floor. Now, what should you do? First thing’s first, call your veterinarian or The Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764 7661 immediately. They will … Read more
Key Takeaways You may know that dogs shouldn’t eat dark or milk chocolate due to the high levels of the chemical theobromine. Unlike us humans, dogs can’t metabolize this chemical; chocolate also contains caffeine, so it’s doubly problematic for our pooch friends. Luckily, white chocolate has significantly less theobromine and caffeine than either milk or … Read more
Key Takeaways: Tic-tacs are convenient and easy to carry in a purse, pocket, or car for a quick breath freshener. But what if your furry friend munches a few of these tasty treats? Are they toxic? Once upon a time, tic-tacs were dangerous for dogs because they contained the sweetener xylitol. Fortunately, the company changed … Read more
Key Takeaways: When dogs eat a tennis ball, the pieces can cause your dog to choke, irritate the digestive tract, or create an obstruction. Rubber and fuzz from tennis balls are not digestible, so the pieces can collect and become dangerous for your dog. It’s best to only allow dogs to have tennis balls when … Read more
Key Takeaways The toxic ingredient in chocolate is theobromine which dogs can’t metabolize normally. Pancreatitis is also a risk of ingesting chocolate due to its high fat and sugar content. Just 30g milk chocolate/kg body weight puts your pooch at risk of chocolate poisoning. Hallowe’en is almost upon us, and fun-size chocolate candies are all … Read more
Key Takeaways: Ham is high in salt and fat, and these ingredients can be toxic or harmful to dogs in high doses. While a few bites of ham are probably safe for your dog, it’s not the healthiest choice for a treat. If your dog eats ham, assess the situation and report your findings to … Read more
Key Takeaways: Certain types of detergents are extremely dangerous for dogs because they cause chemical burns. If your dog ingests detergent, you should determine the type and amount of cleaner and call your veterinarian. There’s no antidote for detergent toxicity, so treatment is supportive and based on the symptoms. Dogs can have a reputation for … Read more
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