![]() Potassium is an essential mineral for pets, but if your pet ingests too much, it can cause serious health issues including hyperkalemia. Coconut water poses a risk to your pet because it contains high amounts of potassium. Like citric acid, coconut oil can cause diarrhea and other digestive problems. There are two concerns with coconuts: coconut oil and coconut water. Smaller amounts are less worrisome but can still cause digestive issues. If ingested in large amounts, citric acid can cause irregular or slowed heartbeat and lung function for pets due to central nervous system (CNS) depression. Like chocolate, coffee and caffeinated beverages contain methylxanthines and are dangerous to pets. Methylxanthines can cause several distressing symptoms for pets, from vomiting and excessive thirst to seizures and death. Dark chocolate and baking chocolate have the highest and so are the most dangerous to animals. White chocolate has the lowest levels of methylxanthines and therefore poses the least amount of threat. This is due to the varying level of substances called methylxanthines found in each type of chocolate. In any form, chocolate is dangerous to pets, but some are more harmful than others. Birds and rabbits can die or develop cardiovascular damage if they ingest avocado, and horses, sheep, and goats can suffer from severe swelling of the neck and head. Symptoms of alcohol poisoning can include “vomiting, diarrhea, decreased coordination, central nervous system depression, difficulty breathing, tremors, abnormal blood acidity, coma and even death,” according to the ASPCA.įor pet owners of rabbits, birds, horses, sheep, and goats, avocados pose a threat to their furry and feathered loved ones. While alcohol in moderation is fine for most adult humans to drink, alcohol of any volume is dangerous for animals. Before sharing some of your plate, make sure the food doesn’t fall into one of these categories. Domesticated animals may have similar organs to humans, but their digestive systems can work very differently. It’s tempting, but some foods that are healthy for humans just aren’t safe for your dog or cat. You’re eating your lunch and your pet looks up to you with those sad eyes, asking you for a bite. There are five categories of items that can be harmful to your cat or dog: Household Items that are Poisonous to Pets Help protect your pets by learning about common household items that are the most harmful to them. Knowing what can be harmful to your pets is the first step to ensuring their safety within your home. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) received more than 400,000 phone calls to their Poison Control Center in 2021. Unfortunately, even the most responsible pet parents can find that their dog or cat has ingested something that they shouldn’t have. And you could also incur monetary costs as well in the form of vet bills. Besides the cost to your pet’s physical well-being, you both may suffer emotional distress as a result of an accidental poisoning. Ingesting the wrong item can cause your pet severe pain, sickness, or even death. It’s no wonder that many pet owners call their dogs and cats “fur-babies.” But just as human children should be kept away from dangerous items, so should your furry loved ones. ![]() Many great pet owners treat their animal companions as full-fledged members of the family. Whether it’s the wag of a tail when you come home, or the purr you receive as thanks for a good belly rub, taking care of a pet has its own rewards. ![]()
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