Foods to AVOID
TOXIC ALERT
- #1 Xylitol - sugar replacement found in gum and candy CAN CAUSE DIABETIC COMA AND DEATH
- #2 Alcohol - can cause alcohol poisoning just like in people
- #3 Bread Dough - yeast can rise and create bloating and deadly pressure within the stomach and GI tract
- #4 Grapes and Raisins - contain a toxin that can lead to ACUTE kidney failure
- #5 Dark Chocolate / Chocolate - more dangerous for small dogs however large amounts in bigger dogs can also be toxic and fatal
- #6 COOKED Bones - cooking bones causes a chemical change the bones making them brittle and able to splinter in the digestive track causing potentially fatal conditions.
HARMFUL ALERT
- Caffeine
- Citrus fruits
- Nuts
- Dairy
- Holly
- Garlic
- Onion
- Pie
- Salt
- Ham
- Mashed Potatoes
- Stuffing
- Mistletoe
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TIPS 101
Keep acceptable treats accessible to family and friends that are visiting! Let them know if they want to feed the dog “Please give them a treat and not food from the table! For their own safety!”Everybody loves to give the dog food so let’s give them something they can have!
Please, everyone when you’re traveling keep your dogs on a leash or in a carrier! There is nothing worse than a pet getting loose in a dangerous situation!! To avoid that altogether keep them in the car at rest stops and/or keep them on the leash!! Sadly, accidents can happen quickly; a dog can become frightened and disoriented; mixed with traffic is not a good scene for people and dogs!
Our fur babies just like human babies can become over excited, overstimulated, and anxious, resulting in belly aches! It’s best to try to keep your dogs daily routine with walks and feeding times! They love routine and can easily become agitated or anxious with change in it. I have seen this multiple times over the past 26 years that I’ve worked with dogs. If you’re going to be away from home for more than six to eight hours, there are two dog walking/pet sitting apps to use: Wag! or Rover.
When introducing new people to your fur baby refrain from using a leash. A dog on a leash can become more protective and territorial. You know your dog, you know what they can handle and be aware of this to avoid any conflict with adults and/or children. Making use of baby gates is a great way to separate dogs from dogs or dogs from people.
Keep in mind that dogs don’t typically like loud sounds and noises. They can become anxious and nervous. They may seek somewhere quiet, dark and confined. My hound used to find comfort in the bathtub during thunderstorms or fireworks. Don’t try to move them if they found somewhere they feel safe.
It’s important to clean up Christmas wrappings, ribbons and bow ties promptly.
And of course, don’t forget when the temperature is extremely low to watch how long they are outside! Dogs can suffer in the cold just like people. They can get frostbite or hypothermia. Also, the chemicals in the ice melt can irritate their paws so try to avoid walking them on top of salted sidewalks and driveways. It’s better if they walk in the snow. Dogs do have a body temperature of 102 so for them summertime is fall and winter; perfect dog weather!
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