We’ve outlined some common fruits and veggies that are either toxic to our pets, or have components that could harm them. While prevention is the best way to avoid preventable vet trips, accidents happen, and early action is the next best thing.
#6. Avocados
It’s great for humans to be into the avocado craze, but the fruit (yep – it’sactually considered a berry!) isn’t necessarily great for our furry friends.Avocados contain persin, a natural toxin that’s especially prominent in the skin, leaves, and pit of the plant. However, some persin is also present in the flesh of the fruit, which is why most sources will tell you not to feed it to your dog.
While overexposure to persin can cause heart failure and death, many online sources say that eating a small amount of the flesh may cause stomach upset for your dog. Even the AKC website says that the most dangerous part of the fruit is its pit, which not only contains persin, it can be a serious choking hazard. If you’re worried about feeding your pup avocado, it’s best to avoid it altogether, and if she snarfs some slices from your plate, it never hurts to give your vet a call.
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