Toxic and dangerous food items for dogs and cats

Here are a few food items which are good for humans but can be dangerous for dogs and cats.

Chocolate:

It can be dangerous for your furry babies because it contains an ingredient called theobromine,which is naturally metabolised in human body,but not in cats or dogs.It can cause liver failure in dogs and cats. A small amount of chocolate will probably only give your dog and cat an upset stomach but if you give them regularly it can be dangerous for them.So avoid giving them any such treats.

Grapes:

Grapes are known to be highly toxic to dogs and cats.They are not safe snack for them.It is not yet known what exactly about grapes is toxic to them.It causes kidney issues or vomiting in dogs and cats.In some cases it can cause sudden kidney failure.Within a day, your dog or cat will get inactive or depressed.

Onion And Garlic

Onion and garlic are harmful for dogs and cats.They can burst their red blood cells,causing anemia and can may further result in organ damage.Mostly people love the flavors of onion and garlic in their food,but giving onion and garlic to your furry babies can cause some serious health issues.

Raw Eggs:

Raw eggs are not good for dogs and cats as they can cause digestive problems.Cooked eggs can make a healthy addition for dogs and cats but there is no nutritional benefit in feeding raw eggs to dogs or cats.

Avocado:

Avocado contains high fat which can lead to gastrointestinal upset and pancreatitis in dogs and cats. Giving them avocado in large amount can cause pancreatitis and because it contains high amount of calories,it can also lead to weight gain which is not good for dogs and cats.

Yeast:

Yeast is dangerous for cats and dog,as it can expand in their stomach and cause organs to tear and twist or mild bloating.Yeast can cause severe allergies in cats.Though dogs and cats are both prone to this toxicity,cats are more sensitive to it. They can get sick by consuming yeast.

Macadamia Nuts:

Macadamia nuts are dangerous for both dogs and cats.It can make them sick,macadamia nuts are not poisonous for them.It can cause vomiting, increased body temperature, inability to walk, and lethargy.Even the small amount of macadamia nuts can cause severe problem.

Alcohol:

Alcoholic beverages and food products containing alcohol can cause severe problems like vomiting, diarrhea, decreased coordination, difficulty breathing, tremors, abnormal blood acidity. Under no condition should your pet be given any alcohol.