Have you ever baked a sweet treat and noticed your dog’s tail wagging for a little taste? Dogs are notoriously food-motivated, often wanting whatever it is we’re eating. But can dogs eat raisins safely? While raisins may seem harmless and even healthy for humans, they can be extremely toxic to dogs and potentially lead to…
Have you ever been snacking on grapes and caught your furry friend eyeing them? Pet owners know that certain human foods are not safe for animal consumption, so how safe could grapes be for your pup? Grapes may seem like a harmless snack, but they can be extremely toxic to dogs. Let’s take a closer…
Summer days often call for a sweet treat, such as an oatmeal raisin cookie, but while they may be popular amongst humans, they pose far too many risks to offer them as snacks to our furry friends. Raisins are packed with vitamins and minerals beneficial for humans but can bring considerable intestinal distress in dogs…
This article describes six cases of dogs developing acute signs after ingestion of cream of tartar, tamarind pods or paste. These cases represent five households with high certainty of exposure and no evidence of other nephrotoxins or potential causes for signs. Case 1: A 5-year-old, 28kg, healthy, MN mixed breed dog that ingested four cups…
Grapes are a popular snack among humans, but are they safe for our canine companions? While some animals can safely enjoy eating grapes, dogs should stay away from them. Grapes can cause severe reactions in dogs. If you’re a dog owner, it’s important to know the facts about dogs and grapes. To learn more about…
