Dangerous for Dogs

Household Items That Could Be Harmful for Your Dog

At home, our dogs are kept unleashed and are allowed to walk inside. We know that sitting tied at one place can be tiring and boring for him, and he may whine. However, while walking around the house, your dog may swallow something that could cause him severe harm. They may consume any poisonous or infectious thing. Make sure you do not leave any such household item loose on the floors or within the reach of your dog, as it may prove fatal to him. Take a look at our site for dog walking tips and tricks on dog walking, especially how to treat a dangerous situation. Seek a list of things you need from your pet owner so that you can deal with an emergency situation.

Following are the commonly found things at home that can harm a dog:

1. Chocolate in any form is highly toxic to dogs and can lead to sudden death in dogs as it contains Theo bromine and caffeine.
2. Grapes and raisins cause kidney failure in dogs.
3. Avocado fruit should also be avoided as it causes diarrhea in dogs.
4. Rodenticides, insecticides and fertilizers: Rodenticides result into internal bleeding, or into acute kidney failure. Few of the insecticides like cockroach baits if consumed by a dog can prove fatal.
5. Fertilizers also attract dogs as they appear to them as a food material but if consumed, they can be poisonous.
6. Medical drugs or pills: You may accidentally drop a medicine or a pill on the floor and if your dog is near, he will jump for it and swallow immediately. The medicines are not meant for the dogs and if consumed can lead to serious repercussions. Try and keep medicines at a place out of the reach of the dog.
7. Toxic plants: Some plants can be toxic to your dog. Such plants are Narcissus and hyacinth bulbs, oleander, rhododendrons, cyclamen and chrysanthemum. If consumed by a dog, they may cause death or severe poisoning.
8. Detergents or cleaning products contain toxic bleaching and should be kept away from dog’s reach. Consider using natural, organic cleaning solutions.
9. Metals: Zinc and Lead are the metals are toxic for your dog. Zinc is found in money. Lead can be found in paint. Always prefer a lead-free paint for your house.
10. Antifreeze: Ethylene glycol is toxic for a dog and leads to kidney failure.
11. Mouthwash contains boric acid that is toxic to dogs. If in case the dog does consume anything poisonous, you should take him to the vet immediately.

When dog walking a pet dog, ensure it does not lick or swallow any harmful substance. A hyperactive dog is generally too inquisitive to look around. While dog walking cum sitting a dog, make sure you keep the vet number with you in case the dog eats a harmful substance and there is an emergency at home. Dog walking jobs include first aid treatment, which you can administer prior to going to a vet's clinic.