Natural Pet Health

Most pet owners don’t know that their refrigerators are likely to contain common human treats that can kill or severely harm their pets!

While for pet owners the passing holiday season means overeating and an expanded waistline, for our pets, being overindulged with too many table scraps could result in a fatal outcome.

Recently, the ASPCA ran a report on toxic foods for pets, and for most of us, the foods that can hurt your pet are a shocking surprise.

To ensure your pet’s health and safety, take a look at some foods that can be harmful:

Chocolate—This delicious treat is made with cocoa beans, which contain a chemical called theobromine that is toxic to dogs. Keep this in mind, especially on Valentine’s Day!

Grapes—While the exact reason why they are harmful is unknown, they have been linked to cases of acute kidney failure.

Cocoa mulch—The bean shells of cocoa, which are a by-product of chocolate, are used as mulch for landscaping. Many people are unaware that the toxic chemical theobromine is present in this type of mulch that is often ingested by curious pets.

Fatty foods—Fats are difficult for a dog to digest and can overtax the pancreas, leading to potentially fatal pancreatitis.

Nuts—The high phosphorus content in nuts is linked to the formation of bladder stones. Macadamia nuts in particular are especially harmful.

Onions—Studies show that onions as well as onion powder can prompt hemolytic anemia in dogs.

Potatoes—Though rare, the toxin solanine can be found in a potato’s green sprouts and skins. Potatoes should therefore be cooked and mashed in order to be safe for your pet’s consumption.

Artificial sweeteners—Consuming large amounts of these synthetics can lead to an abrupt drop in blood sugar levels, causing symptoms such as depression, loss of coordination, and seizures. In as little as 30 minutes, signs of toxicity can become apparent, and immediate veterinary treatment is necessary.

Turkey—The consumption of turkey skin is linked to acute pancreatis most likely caused by its high fat content.

Other foods listed by the ASPCA as harmful:

Alcoholic beverages

Avocado (the only “fatty” member of the vegetable family)

Coffee (all forms of coffee)

Moldy or spoiled foods

Salt

Yeast dough

Garlic

To help counteract any internal damage that may have been caused from these foods, consider supplementing your pet’s diet with natural remedies to restore health.

PetAlive Digestive Support is a great detoxifying agent which soothes gastric mucus membranes and inflammation, while also relieving symptoms of chronic digestive disorders and conditions.

PetAlive DetoxPlus also works to purify the blood and eliminate toxins, and can be very effective for systemic recovery after illness.

In addition to human foods that can be toxic, think twice about the prescription drugs you are giving your pet, as recent studies have shown that they can be harmful, too.

The FDA reported new information on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, which have been linked to 22,000 cases of illness in dogs, with nearly 3,000 of those being deadly. Meanwhile, manufacturers continue to tout the safety of these drugs when used according to the label, and claim that vets are provided with information on their potential side effects.

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