We all know chocolate is bad for dogs, but have you wondered why? After all, most humans can eat quite a bit without an issue. And what about grapes or avocados? ConsumerAffairs, a leading consumer news and reviews website, partnered with Dr. Lee to create this interactive guide that explains what happens when your dog when she eats 10 of the most commonly asked about foods, from chocolate and avocado to mold and even fertilizer.
“Approximately 47 percent of U.S. households are home to at least one dog, and that includes a lot of us here at ConsumerAffairs,” a Marketing Manager for the company told iHeartDogs. “And like a lot of dog owners, nearly 100 percent of us know the headache and heartache we experience when our furry pals get into something they shouldn’t.
“The web is great for a lot of things, but finding vet-verified information about your dog’s health isn’t one of them, so we wanted to create an easy to use tool that walked consumers through what happens to their pet when they eat 10 of the most commonly worried about foods, what symptoms to watch for, and what to do. As one of the most trusted and reputable vets in the U.S., we knew having Dr. Lee as a partner on this project would give users peace of mind that the information they were getting was accurate.”
Dr. Justine Lee, VETgirl founder and celebrity veterinarian, is a double board-certified emergency critical care specialist and toxicologist, making her the perfect person to create a visual aid to help dog owners take better care of their best friends.
Dr. Lee partnered with ConsumerAffairs because of its reputation for being a “trusted consumer resource with nearly 8 million unique visitors a month,” The manager from ConsumerAffairs said.
How It Works
It’s simple to use. All you have to do is click on the toxin – avocado, bread dough, grapes, coffee, garlic, chewing gum, macadamia nuts, fertilizer or moldy food – and it starts the video where you can click through to see the why it makes dogs sick, symptoms of poisoning, and what you should do.
You can check out the tool on the ConsumerAffairs website.
This is a great way to also teach your kids about why they shouldn’t feed their beloved companion these items. The cute cartoon dog and easy to read captions should make interesting for young ones.
And remember, if you do suspect your dog has ingested something poisonous. Don’t wait. Call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control line.
