Many human foods are unsuitable for animals and can cause health problems if eaten, so think twice before giving your pet a titbit or treat. Here are some bad-uns???
HAM, FATTY MEATS OR RAW MEAT
Can lead to an inflamed pancreas. The high salt content can cause stomach upsets. Raw meat has been linked to toxoplasmosis in cats.
BONES
They can splinter or lodge in the intestinal tract of dogs and cats with disastrous results.
CHOCOLATE AND SWEETS
Contain theobromine, which causes increased heart rate and constriction of arteries in pets. Chocolate is toxic for pets.
MILK/CHEESE
Many pets are lactose intolerant and can develop diarrhoea if given milk.
AVOCADO
Contains the substance persin, which can affect heart, lungs and other tissues, causing vomiting, diarrhoea and worse.
GRAPES/RAISINS
Although the toxic substance in grapes and raisins is unknown, it can cause kidney failure in animals.
WALNUTS AND MACADAMIA NUTS
Usually found in biscuits and sweets, they have caused weakness, depression, vomiting, tumours and hypothermia in dogs.
ALCOHOL
Drinks and food products containing alcohol can cause liver damage as well as vomiting, diarrhoea and breathing difficulties.
SPICY FOOD
Can lead to vomiting and digestive problems in dogs and cats.
Actually thats not true a raw meat diet is the best thing for your cats and dogs. Toxoplasmosis occurs rarely and only if you dont use quality fresh meat or dont even store it properly..Before cats and dogs became pets what did they survive on for thousands of years?