Foods forbidden for greyhounds: avoid these common poisonings

The greyhounds They are sensitive dogs and, like any furry companion, depend entirely on us for safe eating. Some foods that are harmless to people can be dangerous for them. toxic to dogs, and especially for breeds as delicate as the greyhound.

In this article we review the main ones foods forbidden for greyhounds so you can avoid unnecessary scares.

Foods you should never give your greyhound

Among the foods that can cause more or less serious food poisoning are:

• Chocolate and cocoaThey contain theobromine, a toxic substance for dogs that affects the nervous system and the heart.
• Onion, garlic, leek and similarThey can cause hemolytic anemia by damaging red blood cells.
• Grapes and raisinsThey have been linked to cases of acute kidney failure in dogs.
• Alcohol and fermented beveragesEven small amounts can be dangerous.
• Sweeteners such as xylitol: present in some chewing gums and sweets, they can cause severe hypoglycemia.

In case of accidental ingestion, it is important contact your veterinarian quickly.

Other foods that are not recommended

Besides the clearly toxic ones, there are foods that are not dangerous in small quantities, but which not recommended in a greyhound's diet:

• Cooked bones, which can splinter and damage the digestive tract.
• Very fatty or spicy food scraps, which can cause digestive problems.
• Sweets and pastries, which do not provide useful nutrients and can lead to weight gain.

The best thing is always to bet on a complete and balanced food formulated for dogs.

What to do if your greyhound has eaten something it shouldn't have.

If you suspect your greyhound has ingested any of these forbidden foods:

1. Remove the food from their reach.
2. Observe the approximate amount that it has been able to eat and the time elapsed.
3. Call your [phone number/email address] immediately trusted veterinary clinic to receive instructions.

Do not attempt to induce vomiting on your own without professional guidance.