Protect your four-legged companion: avoid these culinary dangers!

Protecting the health of your beloved dog goes far beyond affection and attention. It is essential to be aware of the dangers that may lurk, often disguised as "snacks". In this article, we'll highlight common foods that can be poisonous to your four-legged companion. From the hidden dangers of chocolate to the surprising effects of onions, we'll uncover the secrets of foods to avoid at all costs. Know what never to give your dog and protect him from serious health risks.

Chocolate

Chocolate contains a cocoa derivative called alkaloid; this substance, similar to caffeine, is not metabolized by dogs' livers. As it is not metabolized, it remains active in the body, potentially causing poisoning and, depending on the amount ingested, even causing death to the animal. Symptoms of poisoning are rapid heartbeat, muscle spasms, vomiting and diarrhea.

Macadamia

Ingestion of this nut is not fatal, but it scares and causes several symptoms that cause discomfort and discomfort in animals, which generally resolve after 12 to 48 hours. Symptoms include weakness, vomiting, tremors, and hyperthermia. Other nuts, such as peanuts, walnuts, and almonds, are not toxic but should be offered in moderation as they have a high-fat content.

Grapes and raisins

All grapes are toxic to dogs, both the skin and the pulp. Grapes can cause severe acute kidney failure. Even dogs already accustomed to eating grapes may present a problem one day. For this reason, it is better to keep dogs away from this fruit and offer other fruits; we have so many delicious and nutritious options available.

Star fruit

Grapes and star fruit (also known as carambola) are the only fruits that should not be offered to animals. Carambola contains large amounts of insoluble oxalic acid, which harms the kidneys and can lead to the formation of kidney stones in pets. Symptoms associated with carambola toxicity are saliva, vomiting, diarrhea, prostration, tremors, and blood or crystals in the urine.

Rhubarb

The same problem as starfruit can cause the formation of kidney stones.

Onion

Never use onions or foods seasoned with onions, as onions contain a substance called "n-propyl disulfide", which causes a severe type of anemia in animals.

If you know your animal has eaten or suspect you have ingested any of these foods, contact your veterinarian.

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