A friendly reminder from AKC

[Davidh]

We can never get too many reminders on the things our babies can't eat. Here is a note from AKC to just remind us.

Every home has items that when swallowed by your pet can be dangerous and sometimes even fatal. To help protect your dog or cat, the American Kennel Club (AKC[SUP]®[/SUP]) and The International Cat Association (TICA) highlight the most common household hazards for animals. Among them: Food- Always keep garbage out of your pet’s reach. The rotting food contains mold and bacteria that could end up giving your four-legged friend food poisoning. In addition, many human foods can be extremely harmful to dogs and cats. Following are just some of the things that should never be on your pet’s menu: Chocolate Avocado Onion Grapes/raisins Alcohol Xylitol - found in sugar free gums and foods Cleaning products- You can use many cleaning products in your home safely around your pets, but you have to make sure to read the labels and use them properly. Cleaners containing bleach can cause stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, or severe burns if swallowed, so keep your pets away from any areas you’ve cleaned until they are dry. Medications- Human medication can make dogs and cats very sick. Always keep medicine bottles tightly closed and stored in a secure cabinet away from your pets. Some examples of medications that are harmful to pets include: Aspirin Ibuprofen Prescription drugs Diet pills

 

[christyjulene]

Thanks for the reminder! I would like to add some items to the list

Caffeine - Coffee and tea

Medications - Acetaminophen, Benzocaine, phenolphthalein (laxative), Iron supplements, Vitamin D supplements

 

[JAKEISGREAT]

I poo poo the Avocado! But.. I think it's because of the bark of the tree..I mean, every dog we have ever had has grazed on Avocados! And they DO put it in dog food! Even my vet gives her dogs Avvies!

 

[bullmama]

I poo poo the Avocado! But.. I think it's because of the bark of the tree..I mean, every dog we have ever had has grazed on Avocados! And they DO put it in dog food! Even my vet gives her dogs Avvies!

I agree! But an excellent list otherwise


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[Marine91]

Thank you for the reminder.

 

[Alice Kable]

Thank you for this important reminder!

 

[2BullyMama]

This is great info and I think deserving of a 'sticky' [MENTION=2]desertskybulldogs[/MENTION] ?

 

[Jennifer Clark]

Thank you for the reminder! :D

Love has a name and its name is Sheldon!!!<3

 

[Bellathebully]

Thanks for this post! Can I cheek about the "aspirin" I think I read somewhere else that we can give our bully this human med?!?!

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[bullmama]

Thanks for this post! Can I cheek about the "aspirin" I think I read somewhere else that we can give our bully this human med?!?!

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I've seen that before too, I think it was baby aspirin, but to be safe I give NO aspirin (acetamophine/Tylenol)


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[Dana F]

Thanks for the reminder

 

[AceTheBathound]

Thanks for the reminder! I would like to add some items to the list

Caffeine - Coffee and tea

Medications - Acetaminophen, Benzocaine, phenolphthalein (laxative), Iron supplements, Vitamin D supplements

Oh my. I was grinding some coffee and spilled some coffee grounds, and Ace vacuumed them up. :/. Will be more careful.


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