We've all been there: those puppy dog eyes begging for a piece of your dinner. But sharing isn't always caring. Some everyday human foods are surprisingly dangerous for our four-legged friends.
These are the big ones. If your pet eats any of these, don't wait to see what happens—call your vet immediately.
It's not just the caffeine. Theobromine is the real killer here. Dark chocolate and baking chocolate are the most dangerous. Signs include racing heart and seizures.
Found in sugar-free gum and some peanut butters. It causes a massive insulin spike that can be fatal in minutes. Always check your peanut butter label!
Scientists still don't know exactly why, but even a single grape can cause sudden kidney failure in some dogs. It's just not worth the risk.
Whether raw, cooked, or powdered, these damage red blood cells. Cats are especially sensitive, but dogs aren't immune either.
In an emergency, you don't want to be Googling numbers. Keep the ASPCA Poison Control number on your fridge.
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