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14/12/2011

Toxic Foods and Your Dog - 2

PART 2

Baby Foods

Can contain onion powder, which can be toxic to dogs. Can also result in nutritional deficiencies, if fed in large amounts. 

Bones from fish

 

Can cause obstruction or laceration of the digestive system.


 

Cat Food

Cat food is generally too high in protein and fats. 

 

Fat Trimmings

Can cause pancreatitis.

 

Milk & Dairy Food

Some adult dogs and cats do not have sufficient amounts of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down the lactose in milk. This can result in diarrhea. Lactose-free milk products are available for pets.

Raw Eggs

Contain an enzyme called avidin, which decreases the absorption of biotin (a B vitamin). This can lead to skin and hair coat problems. Raw eggs may also contain Salmonella.

Raw Fish

Can result in a thiamine (a B vitamin) deficiency leading to loss of appetite, seizures, and in severe cases, death. More common if raw fish is fed regularly.

Avocado

 

Salt



 

Garlic

 

 

Salmon (Raw) Poisoning Disease



It is caused from the infection by a rickettsial organism, Neorickettsia helminthoeca.

Other Foods to Avoid

 

Avoid any foods that are high in fat, sugar or sodium. These foods can contribute to indigestion, obesity, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and more. Dairy products may be difficult for dogs to digest. Corn cobs and bones can cause GI obstruction. Cooked bones may splinter and break easily, risking GI damage.

Like people, too much junk food can cause poor condition and decreased energy.


Other Environmental Hazards

 

In addition to the above toxins, there are several potential things in nature that can cause toxicity. These are often related to other creatures - bee or wasp stings and fire ant bites can cause allergic reactions while some spider and snake bites can be highly toxic. 

 

List of Caustic Chemicals and Substances

If you suspect your pet has ingested a caustic substance, do NOT induce vomiting.

Seek emergency veterinary care immediately!!

·       Battery Acid

·       Bleach

·       Carbolic Acid

·       Motor Oil

·       Drain Cleaner

·       Fertilizer

·       Glue

·       Household Cleaners

·       Kerosene

·       Laundry Detergent

·       Turpentine

·       Plaster

·       Sidewalk Salt

·       Putty

·       Pine Cleaners

·       Paintbrush Cleaner

·       Nail Polish

·       Nail Polish Remover

·       Paint Thinner

·       Ethylene glycol (anto-freeze)

·       Organophosphates (white shaker dog syndrome) (prednisone)

·       Lead (linoleum, caulk, toys, solder, batteries, golf balls, bullet, lead based paint, weights, etc.)

 

Dog Poisoning Treatment

 

Dog poisoning treatment depends on the type of poison.

·       If your dog has a poisonous substance on his fur or skin, bathe him thoroughly. If it is an oily substance like gasoline, rub vegetable or mineral oil into the spot first, then wash with a mild soap and water. It’s important to wash your dog as soon as possible so he doesn’t lick the substance off his fur. If you think he already has been licking the substance, contact your vet.

·       When your dog has ingested a poison, the treatment may involve inducing vomiting. Your vet will give your dog a medication designed to make him throw up. In some cases, inducing vomiting can cause more problems. It depends on what your dog ate. That’s why it’s important to identify the poison if possible.

·       Your vet may also give your dog activated charcoal to prevent the absorption of the poisonous substance. This is given orally, followed by water. The charcoal binds with the poisonous substance, preventing it from being absorbed by the body. A laxative may also be given so that the poison leaves your dog’s system faster and the body absorbs less.

 

 

Veterinarians will always try to stimulate the dog to drink, just to eliminate toxic substances by stimulating diuresis. A difficult job but not with a new product which can be mixed in the drinking water, Viyo Elite. By mixing this high palatable liquid product in the drinking water (1 liter of water + 150 ml Viyo Elite), the dog will be stimulated to drink. Also the dog will obtain all essential nutrients (vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids) available in Viyo Elite.

 

More info on www.viyo-elite.com

 

Dr Wim Van Kerkhoven, DVM

 

-> Look here for a list of all plants and flowers that are toxic for your dogs

 

 

 

 

 


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