What Not To Feed Your Dogs Around The Holidays
While feeding your dog human foods like cooked meats, veggies such as carrots and cucumbers, and cooked rice is acceptable, there are certain foods no dog should eat. If you have people staying with you, make sure they know about this list!
Each of these can have harmful effects on a dog’s health, ranging from allergic reactions to vomiting, diarrhea or even death. Be on the safe side and restrict your dog’s access to these foods – he or she will thank you!
- Alcohol, including beer, wine and liquor
- Avocados
- Caffeine, such as tea, coffee, cocoa, chocolate and colas
- Dairy products
- Grapes and raisins
- Macadamia nuts or foods containing macadamia nuts
- Meat fat or bones
- Onions and garlic – raw, cooked, dehydrated or powdered
- Pantry staples such as baking powder, baking soda and nutmeg
- Fruits with pits, such as peaches and plums
- Raw eggs, meat and fish
- Salty or sugary food and drinks
Also be aware of anything containing the sweetener xylitol, such as candy, gum, toothpaste and baked goods, as well as human medications, especially acetaminophen and ibuprofen – all can have serious adverse effects on your dog’s health.
If your dog does eat any of the above, call your vet, an emergency clinic (keep their numbers in a prominent place) or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435).
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