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Food products and household items commonly handled by humans can be toxic to dogs. The symptoms can range from simple irritation to digestion issues, behavioral changes, and even death. The categories of common items ingested by dogs include food products, human medication, household detergents, indoor and outdoor toxic plants, and rat poison. [1]
Dogs can’t be counted on to stop eating when they reach the part of a food that isn't digestible, which includes bones and watermelon rinds but also corn cobs, and peach and avocado pits. (In ...
Too many nuts (and too much peanut butter, which is a common treat for dogs during training and play time) can lead to obesity and dehydration, according to The American Kennel Club.
An important nutrient to look for in senior dog foods to support coat health is linoleic acid, which can be found in corn and soybean oil. [70] Another important nutrient is vitamin A, which helps with keratinization of hair. [71] Good sources of vitamin A for skin and coat health include egg yolk and liver. [72]
A good source of protein provides a dog with a balanced and complete profile of amino acids, and is essential for growth, muscle maintenance, and various cellular functions. [37] In a plant-based dog food, the protein composition can be sourced from a variety of ingredients, such grains, rice, corn , wheat , and/or barley .
Here are some of the most common plants that are toxic to dogs, according to Dr Wismer: Sago Palm This handsome prehistoric-looking palm is the most dangerous houseplant on the list for dogs ...
Replacing sugar with xylitol in food products may promote better dental health, but evidence is lacking on whether xylitol itself prevents dental cavities. [5] [6] In the United States, xylitol is used as a common sugar substitute, and is considered to be safe for humans. [7] Xylitol can be toxic to dogs. [8]
When dogs eat xylitol, the xylitol is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream, resulting in a potent release of insulin from the pancreas. This rapid release of insulin causes a profound drop in ...