Common Household Items Poisonous to Your Dog
It is difficult to predict what your dog will get into, so you should be aware of household items that are poisonous for dogs. Your awareness of these harmful items can reinforce the need to remove them from your home or store them somewhere your dog cannot access. If you need a veterinarian near you in a pet emergency, consider our Westside Animal Hospital team, our veterinary hospital serves the Cincinnati, OH, area.
Avoiding Dog Poisonings
The list of household items that are poisonous to dogs is lengthy. Many are helpful household items we cannot eliminate, so they need to be stored in locations dogs cannot reach. Proper storage and usage are critical for keeping your pup safe.
There are four major categories of household items that are poisonous to dogs. The items listed below are examples rather than a comprehensive list of the items in each category. Do not hesitate to call our veterinarian near you if you are unsure.
Human Foods
Dog owners are generally aware that some human foods are dangerous for dogs. These include chocolate, onions, garlic, chives, grapes, raisins, mushrooms, and tree nuts, so do not feed your dog table scraps, or leave human food where your dog can grab it. Drinks containing alcohol, caffeine, and xylitol can be toxic as well.
Medicines
Over-the-counter and prescription medications, vitamins, dental care products, and recreational drugs are generally dangerous to dogs. Dog owners should recognize that child-proof containers are not always dog-proof, since dogs can chew through the containers. Seemingly safe products like human toothpaste and cough drops often have ingredients dogs cannot ingest safely. So properly store all medications.
Chemicals and Household Products
Our homes contain cleaning products for our clothing, floors, and kitchens, as well as chemicals for our gardens, cars, and swimming pools that harm dogs. Most pest control products and insecticides are also dangerous to dogs when ingested. Even Play-Doh and disposable diapers are dangerous to dogs. Make sure to keep these products in locations that your furry friend cannot get in to.
Flowers and Plants
Many favorite houseplants, including aloe, philodendrons, lilies, and chrysanthemums, can be dangerous to dogs when ingested. Dangerous houseplants should be kept on a higher shelf indoors, in a fenced location outdoors, or removed from your home entirely. Following this advice protects your dog.
Call the Westside Animal Hospital for Dog Urgent Care and More Near You
If you live in or near Cincinnati, OH, and want a veterinarian near you for dog urgent care, wellness exams, and more call the Westside Animal Hospital at (513) 574-5000 or use our appointment request form. Our veterinarian and staff offer high-quality, compassionate veterinary care in all situations.
