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FOODS PROHIBITED FOR YOUR PET

Caring for our pets' well-being means being informed about the right food. There are certain foods that are prohibited for your pet , as their consumption can cause serious health problems and can even be potentially fatal for your dog. Below you will find a list of products prohibited for dogs, mainly for health reasons. This way, we will try to help you when you ask yourself: What can my dog ​​eat? Or we will clarify some topics such as: Can I give my dog ​​sugar or candy? Do dogs go blind if they eat chocolate? etc. Below we tell you about some harmful foods for your dog :
  • Chocolate : Chocolate contains methylxanthines, a substance whose ingestion can produce a state of excitement that lasts for hours and can even be fatal. The effect is similar to an amphetamine overdose. But no, your dog won't go blind from eating chocolate.
  • Onions and garlic : Both foods, in any form (raw or cooked), can cause anemia due to hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells). It's very common to give leftover food to pets, and they tend to really like it. However, try not to give them food with garlic and onions. These are basic ingredients in the Mediterranean diet, but garlic and onion won't agree with your dog.
  • Grapes and raisins : They are nephrotoxic, causing kidney failure. Grapes and raisins are extremely harmful to dogs, even when consumed in small quantities.
  • Raw legumes : They contain fascin, a substance that is toxic to dogs and can cause vomiting, cramps, and bloody diarrhea in your pet. However, dogs can eat cooked legumes.
  • Avocado : Contains a substance called persin, which is potentially dangerous for dogs. Consumption may cause mild symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting, but in more severe cases, it can cause pancreatitis.
  • Nuts : Although the most dangerous for your dog is undoubtedly the macadamia nut, which can cause weakness, tremors and vomiting, almonds, walnuts and other nuts are also not suitable for dogs.
  • Stone fruits (apricots, plums, cherries, peaches, etc.) : Although dogs love to play with bones, the pits of these fruits contain hydrocyanic acid, which can cause serious neurological disorders in your pet. If your dog swallows the pit whole, it can also cause an intestinal obstruction.
  • Spoiled raw eggs : These can cause salmonella. To avoid this, only feed them cooked. Just like humans.
  • Bones to Chew On : It's very common to give your dog meat bones or ham bones to chew on, something very Spanish, but is it good to give your dog bones? It's true that chewing on bones keeps your dog's teeth clean and their jaw strong, and it's also a game for your pet, as it entertains them. However, your pet chewing on bones can pose a risk, as the bones can splinter and cause fractures in the dog's teeth, especially if they're cooked. Bones can also cause intestinal obstruction in dogs and infections that are highly harmful to your dog, such as salmonella or E. coli.

PROHIBITED FOODS FOR YOUR PET

If your pet has eaten any of these foods, take them to the vet immediately. They will ask you about the timing of the ingestion, the type of food, and the amount ingested. Based on your answers, they will begin appropriate treatment. Although treatment isn't always available, or it may be too late, sometimes it can save your dog's life. Generally speaking, there are also certain foods that are not highly recommended for dogs , such as:
  • Overly fatty and spicy foods : Excess fat can lead to long-term pancreatitis.
  • Fruit : Because it has a lot of sugar, it is advisable to eat it in small quantities.
  • Fish : Because it's high in protein and fat, it can cause diarrhea and vomiting. Of course, if you give your dog fish, make sure it's boneless.
  • Dairy products : Dairy products can cause intestinal problems in dogs with lactose intolerance.
Now that you know which foods you should avoid giving your dog, you might be wondering, what should they eat? We always recommend, as much as possible, avoiding feeding them foods that we humans eat. For them, the best thing is to give them dry food , which, in addition to taking care of their health and well-being, will provide them with the vitamins and nutrients their body needs. At Ladran Gaucho, we have two types:
  • Togo Bioprotein insect protein feed : ideal for adult dogs of all breeds. It's made with 100% natural foods, probiotics, and chondroprotectors , including insect protein, with high nutritional value, and Omega 3 and 6 oils, which influence the nervous, immune, and cardiovascular systems, improving their function and benefiting your pet's skin and coat. If your pet is intolerant or allergic to grains, this feed does not contain them. This will improve the joint health and digestive function of our pets.
  • Togo Veggie Dry Food : ideal for adult dogs of all breeds. The difference with Togo Bioprotein Insect Protein Dry Food is that the Veggie product is mainly composed of fruits, vegetables, and superfoods suitable for our pets, such as peas (rich in vitamins A and C, and with antioxidant properties), flax seeds (rich in minerals and microminerals, which benefit our furry friends' skin and coat, combating aging), and devil's claw (with anti-inflammatory properties for rheumatic conditions, arthritis, tendonitis, and other pains).
Whichever food you give your pet, they'll be eternally grateful. Food is life, and our little friends deserve the best of all!