(01-22-2014, 06:43 AM)Roseary Wrote: This is a fantastic topic! I actually didn't know about the grapes, or raisins, that is really good information to have now though. I remember my Vet had advised me not to let my dogs get a hold of Avocado (or most pets really, it is even worse for horses to have), or Onions & Garlic as well (the onions and garlic can cause some type of damage to their blood cells).
Really awesome post; This will be perfect source of info when my friends, or family ask if something is safe for a dog to have.
Thank you Roseary for your positive feedback on my thread. I too think it is important that we are all more educated when it comes to our pets health.
I was aware of the onion and garlic toxicity to dogs and cats as well. You are pretty much on point in regards to those two affecting the blood cells, its the red blood cells to be exact. Onion and garlic poisoning results in oxidative damage to the red blood cells (making the red blood cells more likely to rupture).
I've know far too many people who have made terrible mistakes with their fur babies and have paid considerably for them. Even the very best intentions can inadvertently cause harm or even death to their pet.
