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Following foods are toxic to your dogs. Avoid feeding them to your dogs!

Alcoholic Beverages
Avocados
Bitter almonds
Broccoli (in large amounts)
Caffeine – i.e. Coffee beans & grounds, tea, etc.
Chocolate
Cigarettes, tobacco, cigars
Fatty Foods
Grapes and raisins (including all associated products, such as juice or wine)
Hops (use in home beer brewing)
Macadamia nuts
Moldy or spoiled foods
Onions or onion powder
Pits and seeds from [...]

Why is chocolate toxic to dogs?
Theobromine, a naturally occurring stimulant found in chocolate is responsible for a toxic reaction. Theobromine occurs naturally in cocoa beans which is present in all chocolate products. Dogs do not metabolize theobromine as fast as humans do – therefore, it can cause a serious reaction on their heart, kidneys, and [...]

For most of us, getting a prescribed medication only takes a few steps: See a doctor, get a prescription, and fill it at a pharmacy – either retail or online. So, when it comes to getting a medication for your dog, what are the options?

The easiest and most common way to get a prescription [...]

Good oral hygiene is a very important part of your dog’s overall health. People tend to think giving biscuits and dental bones/toys would to their dogs would be enough to keep their teeth clean, but it’s not that simple. They do help reduce plaque on your dog’s teeth, but not all. Plaque left on your [...]

When you hear a word “grooming,” you may picture taking your dog to a professional groomer. Here, we are talking about at home dog grooming. It’s easy and more beneficial than you think. Not only does regular grooming makes your dog look nice and pretty, but it also helps to maintain your dog’s overall well-being. [...]

Your dog is an important member of your family. You assure your human family members have some type of health insurance and you can do the same for your dog family members.
You always make sure your dog is well cared for, but despite your best efforts, accidents and illness can happen at anytime. Dog health [...]

Antifreeze (ethylene glycol) is extremely toxic to pets. Even a few licks can be fatal and unfortunately, many pets become victims of this sweet tasting fluid. With proper knowledge of handling antifreeze, chances of accidental ingestion of antifreeze can easily be reduced.
As we all know, the main source of antifreeze is from vehicles. A pet [...]

Many common household items can be harmful to dogs, more than you can imagine. Knowing what is harmful is important in keeping your dog safe at home.
Plants: Many plants are harmful to your dog if ingested. Keep toxic plants away from your dog, inside and out!
Human Food: Do not leave food unattended. Many foods we [...]