My City Wellness Spring 2021

None for You, Farfel! People Food to Avoid Giving Your Pets

A lthough we consider our the healthy food we consume can be harmful, even fatal to our four-legged friends. We must be careful what table scraps we give them. Sure, they are awfully adorable (and whiny) when they beg; but they don’t know what they are begging for and it is up to us to keep them safe. pets family members, we are biologically different. Some of

Here are 12 common human foods to avoid giving your furry little buddy:

1. Alcohol I think everyone has heard someone ask this question: “what will happen if I get my cat/dog/ferret drunk?”The answer is a lot…and none of it is good. For cats and dogs, alcohol ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, disorientation, respiratory distress, coma and death. Alcohol can affect their liver the same way it does a human’s, but much faster due to the animals’ size. Under no circumstances should any pet be given alcohol and if your pet does ingest, contact your veterinarian immediately. 2. Avocado Every hipster’s favorite, the avocado can be harmful to cats and dogs. For birds, rabbits, donkeys and horses, eating avocado can be fatal, causing the head and neck to swell in horses and donkeys, and cardiovascular damage in rabbits and birds.

3. Bones Most people know to avoid giving a dog a real bone to chew, but more often than not, the warning is disregarded. When a bone splinters during chewing, it can become lodged in or puncture your pet’s digestive tract. Bones can also damage teeth. It may seem like a natural thing to do, but it’s best to err on the side of caution and avoid giving your pup leftover bones. 4. Caffeine Muffin doesn’t need a cup of Joe! The amount of caffeine in your morning drink is enough to cause severe issues and if your pet consumes coffee grounds or a black tea bag, call your veterinarian immediately. Caffeine over-consumption can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, increased heart rate, seizures or death.

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