‘People foods’ that can kill your pet
Created on May 14, 2008 7:28 AM by grandma_spoils_anya (55)
From chocolate to raisins, here’s what not to feed Fido — even if he begs

 

 
‘People foods’ that can kill your pet
Created on May 14, 2008 7:28 AM by grandma_spoils_anya (55)
From chocolate to raisins, here’s what not to feed Fido — even if he begs

 

 By Sloan Barnett
TODAYShow.com contributor
updated 4:07 p.m. CT, Fri., May. 9, 2008

It feels good to treat your pet to human food every once in a while. Those puppy-dog eyes are hard to resist as they watch you eat and try to convince you that they are starving! It makes you want to give them a taste of everything you eat. But beware: Giving in to those eyes and giving dogs human foods can actually harm them.

In 2007, the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center received more than 130,000 calls. Most cases of animal poisoning were caused by common human foods and household items.

Many foods we enjoy can be dangerous to animals. It’s best to stick to pet food and a diet recommended by your vet. Here are a few of the most toxic foods that can harm your pet:

Bad news foods
Avocados
They contain a toxic component called persin, which can damage heart, lung and other tissue in many animals. This fruit is very toxic to dogs, cats and most animals.