Monday, October 17, 2011

Ten Household Products That's Dangerous To Your Dogs

By Sam Roxas


Dogs are naturally affectionate, unswerving and well, lovable. And most of all, they are very big balls of energy- especially puppies. And although seeing your dogs running around and wagging their tails is pretty nice to have a look at, this may also injure them.

There are numerous perilous things within your own place that may harm your dogs. You do not have to be a scientist or a mental math whiz to work out just how critical it is to be certain that your home is doggy-proofed.

Now, to help with that, I have listed down some household products that are highly threatening to dogs and puppies. I have compiled a list of 10 things you can find at home that will harm your puppies. These things may also be found in Cesar Millan's website.

Folks food

Just because we will be able to eat it does not mean our food is safe for our dog companions. Chocolate contains large quantities of caffeine and theobromine which dogs do not put up with well.

Rodenticides

Mouse and rat baits are engineered to be appetizing to rodents to urge digestion, but unfortunately, for the same reason many dogs find these baits appealing also.

Pesticides

The most common pesticide that dogs tend to eat is the ant or roach baits. They contain an attractant like peanut butter or bread which most dogs find appealing.

Human pharmaceuticals

This category includes prescription medicines and over the counter drugs meant for humans. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen are toxic and should not be given to your dog.

Vet pharmaceuticals

Some pills that vets prescribe for dogs are flavored to make them more palatable and allegedly some taste so good that dogs think that they are treats.

Plants

This is more of an issue with moggies but I have seen puppies that chewed on plants and occasionally adult dogs will gnaw on plants when their stomach is disturbing them.

Manure



Another reason to keep your dog out of the garden is fertilizer which regularly smells similar to food to dogs.

Cleaning products

Many of those products are just as toxic for our dogs as they are to us. Store all cleaning products away when not in use and think about employing natural, organic cleaning solutions as an alternative.

Heavy metals

Zinc and lead are the most common culprits. The commonest reason for zinc toxicosis is digestion of nickels. Dimes minted since 1983 are primarily zinc and some dogs like to ingest coins.

Various chemicals

Antifreeze is really sweet and engaging to dogs. They appear drunk after consuming even little amounts.

Bottom line is, you need to make certain that your lovable dog babies will be safe 24/7- so create that environment for them.




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