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How to Maintain a Healthy Canine Diet?
Dogs are true members of the family and they need care and attention, especially when it comes to diet and nutrition. Historically, dogs were always fed on leftovers, but now the majority of dog owners purchase dog-specific food and supplement this with the odd snack or treat. We need to be really careful what we feed our dogs as there are lots of human treats that can not only disagree with dogs, but actually be toxic.
Chocolate and Caffeine
Chocolate contains theobromine which is a stimulant that is toxic to dogs. The theobromine content of chocolate increases the darker the chocolate. Chocolate treats are for humans, not dogs. Poisoning can occur up to 24 hours after consuming chocolate and symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, and seizure. It can affect the heart, kidneys, digestive system and the central nervous system.
Caffeine is another stimulant that affects dogs far more than humans. There are plenty of pet owners t.. [More]
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