Ice Melt is on the mind of many Americans at the moment with cold weather causing all sorts of problems and our driveways and walkways are filling up with snow and ice. The ingredients of ice melt usually contain one or more salt types including sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride or magnesium chloride. These […]
Pet Danger – Too much salt is never good Read More »
This Warning of the Week comes from another real experience when Annette Linda’s mom, became “mommy” to a new rescue dog “Poppy”. This lovable Shih Tzu should maybe have been called Houdini rather than Poppy for we discovered that she is capable of escaping from almost any harness or collar we tried. We discovered it
Pet Danger – Escape Artists Read More »
The safety and risks of using CBD for dogs have not yet been researched. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved CBD and has not issued a dosing chart. Therefore, we do not know what size dosage would be toxic. Any medication or supplement carries the risk of a reaction. It is always
Pet Danger – CBD for Dogs Read More »
When the temperature drops below 32 degrees (Freezing) dogs can get frostbite just like us humans. Frostbite is tissue damage that can occur in extreme cold. Dogs are at risk once the temperature falls below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Just like with humans, frostbite is a dog’s natural process where blood is redirected from the body’s
Pet Danger – If its too cold for humans, its probably too cold for dogs Read More »
It is often tempting to give our dogs fat trimmings from our juicy steak or perhaps to give them a cooked bone, after all dogs’ love bones. Cooked bones can and will splinter and then your dog will be visiting the animal hospital to have it removed. Not just painful for your favorite friend but
Pet Danger – Fat Trimmings and Bones Read More »
XYLITOL is Very Dangerous to Dogs and can cause them to be comatose in 20 minutes after eating it. Many ‘Sugar Free’ Products use XYLITOL. These can include Gum, Toothpaste, Nut Butters, Mouthwash, Ice Cream, Yogurt, Pre-made Desserts, BBQ Sauce. Please be very careful and check ingredients.
Pet Danger – XYLITOL is very dangerous to Dogs Read More »
We are seeing MUMS everywhere at this time of the year. They are members of the Chrysanthemum family and if eaten by a dog, cat or horse it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and possible lack of coordination.
Pet Danger – MUMS the Word Read More »
Copyright © Pet Dangers 2020 | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy