These 6 foods are poison for your pet

Always that dog look - who doesn't get weak when there's a whimper under the table at lunch because the chicken smells so tempting? There's nothing wrong with a bit of human food as a reward, as long as you're not feeding them potentially dangerous foods And there are actually quite a few! In the following we will explain to you which treats should not end up in the mouths of dogs or cats

1 Chocolate: That's why it's not for dogs and cats Chocolate contains theobromine, which is poisonous to dogs

The darker the chocolate, the higher the theobromine content and thus the risk for the dog The substance is a stimulant which works similar to caffeine and stimulates the central nervous system and the cardiovascular system

In dogs, it can cause symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, tachycardia, tremors, convulsions and even death The effects sometimes only become noticeable a few hours later, as the experts from the online veterinary platform Felmo explain in a blog entry

Cats are less sensitive to theobromine than dogs, but they shouldn't eat chocolate either It is important that you keep chocolates out of the reach of pets

If you suspect that your pet has nibbled, you should visit a veterinarian to be on the safe side so that possible poisoning can be treated at an early stage 2

Dangerous for pets: Avocado For many, a must-have on the breakfast table, However, it is a dangerous snack for pets: According to the veterinary portal Vetline, avocados contain the substance persin, which can cause gastrointestinal problems in dogs and cats The substance is mainly found in the skin and core, but it can also be found in the leaves, stems and fruits

Persin can cause vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain in dogs and cats In rare cases, breathing difficulties and fluid accumulation in the chest can also be the result of consumption

Rabbits, guinea pigs and horses are similarly sensitive Carrots or cucumbers can be a healthy alternative for the bowl - pets can nibble on them without hesitation

3 Onions and garlic - it is better not to feed them Onions and garlic contain the substance thiosulphate, which can lead to anemia in dogs and cats

Thiosulfate is taken up by the red blood cells and can destroy them from the inside out If the blood component is missing, the transport of oxygen in the body is disrupted, which can result in fatigue, difficulty breathing, pale mucous membranes and even kidney damage

That is why veterinarians generally advise against feeding many dishes cooked for humans to animals Onions and garlic are often included, and you're probably using more salt in the kitchen than a pet should be consuming on a daily basis

4 Macadamia nuts are highly toxic to dogs

A quantity of 0 7 grams per kilogram of body weight can be life-threatening, warns the pet insurer Agila in its poison dictionary

animals that have nibbled on the nuts, appear weak and listless, vomit or tremble Fever and lameness can also be the result - also for cats, who also do not tolerate macadamia nuts well

Other nuts can also be dangerous for your darling Walnuts, for example, can be infested with the mold Penicillium crustosum

Its poison Roquefortin C is deposited on the shell or the thin walnut skin This "acts similarly to strychnine," warns the Kleintierklinik Frankenthal on its website, and explains the possible symptoms: "It causes muscle cramps and tremors

" If you notice increased salivation, irregular breathing or a racing heart, it's best to go straight to the vet Some dogs also react to eating walnuts with diarrhea, vomiting or even epileptic seizures

And last but not least, the pointed shell in the intestine can lead to injuries if it is eaten 5

Grapes and raisins aren't pet snacks Another no-no that many pet owners may not have heard of is grapes and raisins In cats and dogs it was observed that some animals showed symptoms of poisoning after consumption - in severe cases even up to kidney failure

What the exact cause is has not yet been clarified, nor why not all animals react similarly to the snack However, there are types of fruit that pets can also snack on if they want to

This includes apple and one or two cherries Only fruit pits should be removed beforehand, as many varieties contain cyanide, which can cause breathing problems in dogs and cats, dizziness and even death

6 Keep Out of Dogs' Reach: Sweetener Xylitol If you're into low-calorie baking or grocery shopping, you might have some xylitol-containing foods at home

However, the sweetener, also known as birch sugar, is considered pure poison for dogs Action Tier warns that as little as 0

1 grams per kilogram of body weight can be deadly So if you have chewing gum or home-baked food lying around, be sure to hide it from prying eyes

The substance causes a high release of insulin, which causes the sugar level in the blood to drop rapidly and can lead to cramps and comatose states you are not sure what your pet just ran away with or is acting strange? When in doubt, going to the vet is the right decision - even on public holidays or at the weekend

So don't wait too long so that your darling can be helped quickly in an emergency Would you like a few more insights into your dog's psyche? Right this way…

In the following we will explain to you which treats should not end up in the mouths of dogs or cats 1 Chocolate: That's why it's not for dogs and cats Chocolate contains theobromine, which is poisonous to dogs The darker the chocolate, the higher the theobromine content and thus the risk for the dog The substance is a stimulant which works similar to caffeine and stimulates the central nervous system and the cardiovascular system In dogs, it can cause symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, tachycardia, tremors, convulsions and even death The effects sometimes only become noticeable a few hours later, as the experts from the online veterinary platform Felmo explain in a blog entry Cats are less sensitive to theobromine than dogs, but they shouldn't eat chocolate either It is important that you keep chocolates out of the reach of pets If you suspect that your pet has nibbled, you should visit a veterinarian to be on the safe side so that possible poisoning can be treated at an early stage 2 Dangerous for pets: Avocado For many, a must-have on the breakfast table, However, it is a dangerous snack for pets: According to the veterinary portal Vetline, avocados contain the substance persin, which can cause gastrointestinal problems in dogs and cats The substance is mainly found in the skin and core, but it can also be found in the leaves, stems and fruits Persin can cause vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain in dogs and cats In rare cases, breathing difficulties and fluid accumulation in the chest can also be the result of consumption Rabbits, guinea pigs and horses are similarly sensitive Carrots or cucumbers can be a healthy alternative for the bowl - pets can nibble on them without hesitation 3 Onions and garlic - it is better not to feed them Onions and garlic contain the substance thiosulphate, which can lead to anemia in dogs and cats Thiosulfate is taken up by the red blood cells and can destroy them from the inside out If the blood component is missing, the transport of oxygen in the body is disrupted, which can result in fatigue, difficulty breathing, pale mucous membranes and even kidney damage That is why veterinarians generally advise against feeding many dishes cooked for humans to animals Onions and garlic are often included, and you're probably using more salt in the kitchen than a pet should be consuming on a daily basis 4 Macadamia nuts are highly toxic to dogs A quantity of 0 7 grams per kilogram of body weight can be life-threatening, warns the pet insurer Agila in its poison dictionary animals that have nibbled on the nuts, appear weak and listless, vomit or tremble Fever and lameness can also be the result - also for cats, who also do not tolerate macadamia nuts well Other nuts can also be dangerous for your darling Walnuts, for example, can be infested with the mold Penicillium crustosum Its poison Roquefortin C is deposited on the shell or the thin walnut skin This "acts similarly to strychnine," warns the Kleintierklinik Frankenthal on its website, and explains the possible symptoms: "It causes muscle cramps and tremors " If you notice increased salivation, irregular breathing or a racing heart, it's best to go straight to the vet Some dogs also react to eating walnuts with diarrhea, vomiting or even epileptic seizures And last but not least, the pointed shell in the intestine can lead to injuries if it is eaten 5 Grapes and raisins aren't pet snacks Another no-no that many pet owners may not have heard of is grapes and raisins In cats and dogs it was observed that some animals showed symptoms of poisoning after consumption - in severe cases even up to kidney failure What the exact cause is has not yet been clarified, nor why not all animals react similarly to the snack However, there are types of fruit that pets can also snack on if they want to This includes apple and one or two cherries Only fruit pits should be removed beforehand, as many varieties contain cyanide, which can cause breathing problems in dogs and cats, dizziness and even death 6 Keep Out of Dogs' Reach: Sweetener Xylitol If you're into low-calorie baking or grocery shopping, you might have some xylitol-containing foods at home However, the sweetener, also known as birch sugar, is considered pure poison for dogs Action Tier warns that as little as 0 1 grams per kilogram of body weight can be deadly So if you have chewing gum or home-baked food lying around, be sure to hide it from prying eyes The substance causes a high release of insulin, which causes the sugar level in the blood to drop rapidly and can lead to cramps and comatose states you are not sure what your pet just ran away with or is acting strange?