DR HARUN, DVM If your dog eats chocolate cake, it is important to monitor them closely. Chocolate contains theobromine, which is a toxic substance for dogs. The amount of theobromine in chocolate varies, with darker chocolates containing more of the toxin. Symptoms of theobromine poisoning in dogs include vomiting, diarrhea, panting, increased heart …
The answer is yes, you can definitely use iodine on your dog—but not all kinds. First thing’s first: if you’re looking for ways to help heal your dog’s skin infections, don’t buy tincture of iodine from your local pharmacy. The tincture is made with alcohol, which can be harmful for …
If your dog eats a slug, there is a chance that they could suffer digestive disorders like pain, diarrhea and vomiting. Besides digestive disorders, eating slugs can cause dogs to contract lungworm. Lungworm is a nasty and potentially fatal disease for dogs caused by the parasite, Angiostrongylus vasorum, which is …
Bag Balm is a popular skin ointment that is used to treat chapped skin, minor cuts, and scrapes. It is safe for humans to use, but can bag balm be used on dogs? The answer is yes, bag balm can be used on dogs to help soothe their dry, irritated …
Depending on the reason for their loss, there are a few things that might happen.In most cases, dogs can survive just fine without their teeth, as long as they get enough vitamins and minerals from their food. If your dog loses his teeth due to an accident or illness, they …
There are many factors that determine how this will go. The size of the bone, the size of your dog, and how long it’s been since they ate it are just some examples. In most cases, the chicken bone will pass normally and your dog will be fine. However, there …
The short answer is no, because peppermint oil is toxic to dogs. But before you panic (and before you start thinking about how many times you’ve used it on your pup), let us explain why this is true, and what you can do instead. First off, peppermint oil is toxic …
Depends on the size of your dog and bone, really. If it’s a small bone, you might not even notice it at all. But if it’s a big bone or if your dog swallowed it whole, you’ll probably see some symptoms. If your dog swallowed a small bone, he could …
The short answer is no. The long answer is also no, but with some caveats. Eucalyptus oil is toxic to dogs, and it can cause serious side effects if they lick it in any amount. If you have eucalyptus in your home or yard, keep it away from your dog …
Yes. Dogs can eat pork and beans in moderation. However, make sure you are not feeding your dog canned pork and beans that have been processed with harmful ingredients like salt, onions, sugar or preservatives. Do All Dogs Like Pork and Beans? Unfortunately, no. Your dogs may not like them …