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A TikTok video shared by a Canadian veterinary practice has gone viral, shedding light on “several” shocking items and foods that are toxic to dogs.
The video, posted to Upper Canada Animal Hospital’s TikTok account, has garnered an astonishing 80.2 million so far.
The caption of the video reads, “Make sure to do your research before giving your dog new foods and contact your veterinarian if they eat something they shouldn’t have.”
In the video, the UCAH team members were each asked the same question: “What is one thing that is toxic to dogs?”
@ucahteam A few things that are toxic to dogs! Be sure to do research before giving your dog new foods and contact your veterinarian if they get into something they shouldn’t have. #fyp #vetmed #veterinary #rvt #va #veterinarian #toxicfoodsfordogs
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And many pet owners may be shocked to hear their responses.
Among the responses were ibuprofen, avocados, garlic, onions, and grapes.
Chocolate was also mentioned, although it’s one of the more commonly known toxic foods for dogs.
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Why are chocolates bad for dogs?
Cocoa, the main ingredient that makes up chocolate, contains ‘theobromine’, a compound that can elevate a dog’s heart rate and pose a potentially life-threatening risk.
Therefore it’s important to get your dog to a vet as soon as possible after they’ve ingested chocolate, or any other products that might’ve contained cocoa.
Another veterinarian pointed out that “gum or anything with xylitol” can be dangerous for dogs if ingested. If you’re not sure what Xylitol is, it is a toxic sweetener that can lead to blood clotting and, in severe cases, liver failure.
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Their responses shocked a lot of dog owners
The comment section of the video was flooded with concerned dog owners expressing their shock at the UCAH staff’s responses. Many admitted they had “no clue” about the toxic items mentioned and appreciated the awareness raised by the veterinary practice.
One worried owner commented, “Grapes?? I give my dog grapes all the time” along with a shocked face emoji. Another person admitted, “I was unaware of the garlic and onions.”
Other viewers were eager to add other things that pet owners should be aware of which were not covered in the video.
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One person shared that “any mouldy food can be lethal to dogs.”
A commenter warned that “peanut butter can contain xylitol,” but another user offered a helpful suggestion, recommending pet owners to opt for “one ingredient peanut butter” to ensure their dogs avoid any potential negative effects from consuming the sweet spread.
Another dog owner was confused about avocados, as they claimed that it is “supposed to be good for dogs, just not the pit or skins.” This was backed up by another user who said that avocados are “ok in small amounts.”
Part Two
In response to the viral success of their initial video on TikTok, The Upper Canada Animal Hospital recently uploaded a part two. In this follow-up video, the veterinarians were once again asked the same question and offered new answers.
@ucahteam Part 2! One thing toxic to dogs. Stay safe! 🐶♥️ #fyp #vetmed #rvt #veterinary #veterinarian #va #dogsoftiktok #toxicfoodsfordogs
This time, they highlighted the toxicity of antifreeze, yeast, marijuana, rat bait and rat poison, Vitamin D, macadamia nuts, and mould.
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