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Friday, October 05, 2012

The Top 10 Human Foods To Avoid Feeding Pets

Veterinarian Dr. Katy Nelson says some human foods are worse than others when it comes to feeding our pets.
Here's what not to feed dogs or cats and why:
    1. Chocolate: Extreme caffeine-like effects, dosage dependent. Side effects range from mild to moderate GI upset, muscle tremors, hyperthermia, seizures and even death.
    2. Grapes and Raisins: Nephrotoxic side effects, dosage dependent. Side effects range from mild GI side upset all the way to Acute Renal Failure and death.
    3. Onions and Garlic: These products contain volatile oils which can lead to vomiting, breakdown of red blood cells (hemolytic anemia, Heinz body anemia), blood in urine, weakness, high heart rate and panting.

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