Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Nisha Dubey
Street dogs, or Indian Pariahs, are a significant part of India's urban and rural landscapes. Here are some food items you must avoid giving to street dogs.
Avoid feeding leftover sweets to street dogs as they contain xylitol, an artificial sweetener commonly found in cookies, candies, and chewing gums. It is life-threatening for dogs as it can lead to acute liver disease and blood clotting issues.
Most adult dogs are lactose intolerant. Milk and foods containing milk can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
Studies suggest that foods that contain garlic and onion have thiosulphate. Thiosulphate damages dogs' red blood cells and can lead to anaemia.
Chocolates
Chocolate contains theobromine, a chemical extremely detrimental to dogs.
Uncooked Potatoes
Raw potatoes contain solanine, which can cause diarrhoea, vomiting, and confusion in dogs.