DogAge® Tip of the Week Table-Scrap Scares December 18, 2008 Sure, you'd like Fifi to share in the joys of the holiday table, but resist the urge to be generous. Foods and drinks you digest easily, like the following, can cause trouble for your pooch:
Dinner rolls -- Dough expands in the stomach, creating distressing gas. Onions and garlic -- These flavor enhancers contain a compound that could damage a dog's red blood cells, causing anemia. Rich sauces -- Gravy upsets the stomach and may lead to pancreatitis. Bones -- Sharp pieces of bone can choke a dog or pierce or block her gastrointestinal tract. Alcohol -- Even slightly spiked eggnog can be toxic, so don't leave any drinks unattended. Patricia
