I'm a dog expert and these are the seven festive foods you should never feed your pet
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Pet owners across the UK are gearing up to include their four-legged friends in the festivities. Whether it’s gifting your dog their own wrapped presents, dressing them in festive bow ties, or preparing special meals, ensuring your pet feels part of the celebration can bring extra joy to the season.
![[Packed with dried fruits like raisins, sultanas, and currants, these holiday desserts can cause kidney failure in dogs]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/20/15/92629437-14140959-Packed_with_dried_fruits_like_raisins_sultanas_and_currants_thes-a-4_1734708471131.jpg)
However, pet food experts at tails.com, based in the UK, are reminding dog owners to tread carefully when it comes to sharing Christmas treats with their pets. While the holiday table is often overflowing with delicious turkey dinners and selection boxes, not all festive fare is safe for dogs - in fact, some common Christmas foods can pose serious health risks to them.
![[Foods like onions and garlic contain a chemical compound called thiosulfate which can be toxic for dogs as it causes damage to their red blood cells (stock image)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/20/15/92630219-14140959-Foods_like_onions_and_garlic_contain_a_chemical_compound_called_-a-5_1734708471136.jpg)
Here’s our guide to some of the most dangerous holiday foods for dogs - and what to do if your pooch accidentally devours them. Pet food experts at tails.com, based in the UK, are reminding dog owners to tread carefully when it comes to sharing Christmas treats with their pets (stock image).
While selection boxes and assortment trays are fun festive treats for humans, chocolate is a no-go for dogs. Chocolate contains theobromine, a compound that dogs cannot metabolise. Even small amounts can lead to increased heart rate, kidney stress, and nervous system issues.
If your dog consumes chocolate, monitor them closely and seek immediate veterinary care if symptoms arise. Packed with dried fruits like raisins, sultanas, and currants, these festive faves can cause severe kidney failure in dogs. Even small amounts of these kinds of fruits can lead to severe kidney failure in your pooch, so dog owners are advised to always keep them well out of reach.
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