Be on the lookout for hidden dangers for dogs in the Easter baskets in your house. Some very common items causing problems for dogs:
Easter Grass: eaten it can cause intestinal problems or worse yet injury requiring surgery
Chocolate: Four ounces of milk chocolate can kill a small dog. Dark chocolate is even more potent.
Sugar free gum or candy: Xylitol, a common ingredient in sugar free items, is poisonous to dogs
Raisins: can cause kidney failure in dogs
Small toys dogs would be able to swallow can be a choking hazard or cause intestinal blockages requiring surgery.
Stuffed animals for kids: Some are now being treated with flame retardants and miticide. If a dog ingests the stuffing, it turns to gel and is fatal to the dog.
Keep an eye on your dogs and the kids Easter baskets. Even better, make up a special basket of treats just for your dog.
Be careful, use common sense and have a Happy Easter!
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