http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/ Fri, 01 May 2026 18:02:12 +0000 MyBB http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8863 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:47:50 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8863

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life...=124573817

Usually we remember that chocolate is toxic, but so are coffee and tea. Onions and garlic yes, but I didn't realize avocados were toxic. 
We know about artificial sweeteners, but do we realize how many foods have artificial sweeteners in them.
I knew about grapes, but I didn't think about raisons. Alcohol should be obvious,  but it is easy to be careless and leave a glass of beer where a dog can drink it.
They like the taste. I definitely didn't know about macadamia nuts.
We are going to eat these foods, but we need to be careful that we don't poison our friends.

A friend came home with groceries and put the bags on the floor. Her little dog pulled out a bag of chocolate chips and ate the whole thing.
When she turned to look the dog had the empty bag in front of her. Good thing the vet was nearby. The dog was sick, but she survived. It could have ended badly.
It took minutes for the dog to get at the chocolate. You can't be too careful with toxic foods and pets.]]>

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life...=124573817

Usually we remember that chocolate is toxic, but so are coffee and tea. Onions and garlic yes, but I didn't realize avocados were toxic. 
We know about artificial sweeteners, but do we realize how many foods have artificial sweeteners in them.
I knew about grapes, but I didn't think about raisons. Alcohol should be obvious,  but it is easy to be careless and leave a glass of beer where a dog can drink it.
They like the taste. I definitely didn't know about macadamia nuts.
We are going to eat these foods, but we need to be careful that we don't poison our friends.

A friend came home with groceries and put the bags on the floor. Her little dog pulled out a bag of chocolate chips and ate the whole thing.
When she turned to look the dog had the empty bag in front of her. Good thing the vet was nearby. The dog was sick, but she survived. It could have ended badly.
It took minutes for the dog to get at the chocolate. You can't be too careful with toxic foods and pets.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8735 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:02:13 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8735 Here are seven plants we should not have if we have a dog.

https://www.thespruce.com/toxic-plants-t...s-11758124

There are many more plants, but these are common ones.
If you have a dog who goes into your garden you might want to think about plant choices.
It would be sad to  poison  your own dog with your flower choices.]]> Here are seven plants we should not have if we have a dog.

https://www.thespruce.com/toxic-plants-t...s-11758124

There are many more plants, but these are common ones.
If you have a dog who goes into your garden you might want to think about plant choices.
It would be sad to  poison  your own dog with your flower choices.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8726 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:05:13 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8726 Poisons kill slowly and dying rodents are easy prey for a family pet. 

https://www.ctvnews.ca/london/article/an...d-rodents/

It is not just family pets that die. Too many wildlife predators have died from rodenticides. Hawks and owls are particularly susceptible. 
They just want to eat. They don't know the mouse or rats they caught is poisoned. Then they end up poisoned.
Poison is just to dangerous to use. Once it is in the environment, it just keeps on killing.]]> Poisons kill slowly and dying rodents are easy prey for a family pet. 

https://www.ctvnews.ca/london/article/an...d-rodents/

It is not just family pets that die. Too many wildlife predators have died from rodenticides. Hawks and owls are particularly susceptible. 
They just want to eat. They don't know the mouse or rats they caught is poisoned. Then they end up poisoned.
Poison is just to dangerous to use. Once it is in the environment, it just keeps on killing.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8689 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 13:20:27 +0000 fmmendes]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8689
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They also cause harm to wildlife.

https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/new...do-instead

We love our bright lights and loud noises. There are public displays we can watch. That way one big display eliminates the need for many smaller display.
We can also use drones, glow sticks. We do need to do something to protect wildlife from harm.
Everyone can have a safe and happy holiday, if we take a little care.]]> We are being urged to find alternatives to fireworks. The bright lights and loud noises from fireworks cause distress to our pets.
They also cause harm to wildlife.

https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/new...do-instead

We love our bright lights and loud noises. There are public displays we can watch. That way one big display eliminates the need for many smaller display.
We can also use drones, glow sticks. We do need to do something to protect wildlife from harm.
Everyone can have a safe and happy holiday, if we take a little care.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8364 Thu, 23 Jan 2025 06:18:32 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8364 Many places are having snow for the first time. It is important that pets are kept safe from the cold.
There are a number of sites giving good advice.

https://www.nbcnewyork.com/weather/weath...r/6117602/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kX9Kx7bTO0

https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/pets/i...577772a5e1


It is okay if you do know how to protect your pet from cold weather that you have never experienced before. It is not okay if you don't do something to find out
how to protect your pet. The cold is more dangerous than many people realize. Take the cold seriously and take steps to protect your pets from it. Protect yourself as well. Keep warm. Spring will come.]]> Many places are having snow for the first time. It is important that pets are kept safe from the cold.
There are a number of sites giving good advice.

https://www.nbcnewyork.com/weather/weath...r/6117602/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kX9Kx7bTO0

https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/pets/i...577772a5e1


It is okay if you do know how to protect your pet from cold weather that you have never experienced before. It is not okay if you don't do something to find out
how to protect your pet. The cold is more dangerous than many people realize. Take the cold seriously and take steps to protect your pets from it. Protect yourself as well. Keep warm. Spring will come.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8339 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:32:50 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8339 A car sitting outside cools off very quickly. Pets left in a car like that become cold very quickly.
They can even die from that cold.

https://windsor.ctvnews.ca/opp-warns-of-...-1.7167256

In the summer a car acts like an oven when it heats up. It gets hotter than the surrounding temperature.
In the winter the same car will act like a refrigerator. It holds the cold and gets colder. A pet left in that car will be in distress very quickly.
Metal gets cold and cars are essentially metal. Pets can go into distress and die from being in a cold car.
Please never leave your pet in a cold car.]]> A car sitting outside cools off very quickly. Pets left in a car like that become cold very quickly.
They can even die from that cold.

https://windsor.ctvnews.ca/opp-warns-of-...-1.7167256

In the summer a car acts like an oven when it heats up. It gets hotter than the surrounding temperature.
In the winter the same car will act like a refrigerator. It holds the cold and gets colder. A pet left in that car will be in distress very quickly.
Metal gets cold and cars are essentially metal. Pets can go into distress and die from being in a cold car.
Please never leave your pet in a cold car.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8253 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:44:06 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8253 It can also be a dangerous time for our pets. There are foods and decorations that may be harmful.
There could be a house full of guests that might unsettle our pets.
A little planning and some precautions  might make all the difference.

https://spectrumnews1.com/wi/milwaukee/n...anksgiving

Food is probably the biggest issue. Our pets can't always eat what we can eat. Having special treats for them will make them feel special. Being careful with our food will keep them safe. Being a little careful with decorations and candles will help keep it a happy time.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your pets.]]> It can also be a dangerous time for our pets. There are foods and decorations that may be harmful.
There could be a house full of guests that might unsettle our pets.
A little planning and some precautions  might make all the difference.

https://spectrumnews1.com/wi/milwaukee/n...anksgiving

Food is probably the biggest issue. Our pets can't always eat what we can eat. Having special treats for them will make them feel special. Being careful with our food will keep them safe. Being a little careful with decorations and candles will help keep it a happy time.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your pets.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8235 Sat, 16 Nov 2024 05:49:29 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8235 If we still want to use a particular scent we just need to be careful. The article has a list of the most toxic scents.

https://pethelpful.com/pet-news/holiday-...ic-to-pets

It would be sad to lose a beloved pet because of some festive scent. A little caution might make all the difference. It is also possible to switch to pet friendly alternatives. Now while we are still thinking of holiday preparations, it s a good time to look at safe choices for holiday scents.]]> If we still want to use a particular scent we just need to be careful. The article has a list of the most toxic scents.

https://pethelpful.com/pet-news/holiday-...ic-to-pets

It would be sad to lose a beloved pet because of some festive scent. A little caution might make all the difference. It is also possible to switch to pet friendly alternatives. Now while we are still thinking of holiday preparations, it s a good time to look at safe choices for holiday scents.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8123 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 10:11:08 +0000 bizarreanimals]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8123 When a dog tries to eat common garden grass, should we stop him? Some say that the dog does it to clean its stomach... I see some dog owners, however, who as soon as they see their puppy "grazing" on the grass, run towards them to make them stop and say that it is not good for their health. Do you know more?  ]]> When a dog tries to eat common garden grass, should we stop him? Some say that the dog does it to clean its stomach... I see some dog owners, however, who as soon as they see their puppy "grazing" on the grass, run towards them to make them stop and say that it is not good for their health. Do you know more?  ]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7984 Sat, 15 Jun 2024 07:19:39 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7984
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/...-1.7234932

Many times the dog is not so lucky. The temperature in the car can climb to dangerous levels quite quickly. The dog is essentially cooked to death.
Every year there are warnings posted and dog deaths are reported in the news. Every year a new set of dogs is left behind in cars to die or almost die.
We all know what will happen if you leave your dog. What will it take for this to stop happening.]]>
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/...-1.7234932

Many times the dog is not so lucky. The temperature in the car can climb to dangerous levels quite quickly. The dog is essentially cooked to death.
Every year there are warnings posted and dog deaths are reported in the news. Every year a new set of dogs is left behind in cars to die or almost die.
We all know what will happen if you leave your dog. What will it take for this to stop happening.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7931 Thu, 16 May 2024 05:24:18 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7931 They found the ticks before they attached so they were easy to remove. 

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kitchener...-1.7203865

They had forgotten about preventive tick treatments. It is fortunate that ticks are dark colored and the dog is white. They could see them right away.
It is recommended that you do a tick check after every walk in  tick area. They are easy to remove when they have not attached to the dog.
It is also recommended that appropriate tick treatment be used as a precaution. If a tick has fully attached get help removing it and any treatment that is needed afterwards. Mostly ticks are not carrying diseases, but it is good to be sure.]]> They found the ticks before they attached so they were easy to remove. 

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kitchener...-1.7203865

They had forgotten about preventive tick treatments. It is fortunate that ticks are dark colored and the dog is white. They could see them right away.
It is recommended that you do a tick check after every walk in  tick area. They are easy to remove when they have not attached to the dog.
It is also recommended that appropriate tick treatment be used as a precaution. If a tick has fully attached get help removing it and any treatment that is needed afterwards. Mostly ticks are not carrying diseases, but it is good to be sure.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7865 Sat, 13 Apr 2024 05:20:14 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7865
https://www.ckom.com/2024/04/10/absolute...m-compost/

Compost bins get moldy which is dangerous for dogs. They contain onion skins, potato peelings and apple cores.
There are things in our compost bins that we wouldn't feed to our dogs. We have to be careful that our dogs don't help themselves.
Bins could have some kind of lock or be kept in a closed cupboard. The bin could be on a counter that dogs can't reach. Probably the bin should be emptied more frequently. It is worth the trouble to keep our dog friends healthy.]]>
https://www.ckom.com/2024/04/10/absolute...m-compost/

Compost bins get moldy which is dangerous for dogs. They contain onion skins, potato peelings and apple cores.
There are things in our compost bins that we wouldn't feed to our dogs. We have to be careful that our dogs don't help themselves.
Bins could have some kind of lock or be kept in a closed cupboard. The bin could be on a counter that dogs can't reach. Probably the bin should be emptied more frequently. It is worth the trouble to keep our dog friends healthy.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7609 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:56:22 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7609
https://www.cbs58.com/news/tinsel-and-pl...decorating

Some decorations like tinsel are not worth the risk. Fragile ornaments are not worth it. When I had cats, I put plastic ornaments on the bottom of my tree so they could play with them. Anything that could be dangerous was at the top of the tree. That even worked when I had hamsters. They would get out and play with the ornaments at the bottom of the tree. 
Even things like candy and chocolate need to be out of reach of our furry friends.]]>
https://www.cbs58.com/news/tinsel-and-pl...decorating

Some decorations like tinsel are not worth the risk. Fragile ornaments are not worth it. When I had cats, I put plastic ornaments on the bottom of my tree so they could play with them. Anything that could be dangerous was at the top of the tree. That even worked when I had hamsters. They would get out and play with the ornaments at the bottom of the tree. 
Even things like candy and chocolate need to be out of reach of our furry friends.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7566 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:10:08 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=7566 The article lists brands and lot numbers so it is best to check if you are not sure.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/product-rec...almonella/

Salmonella can be quite serious. Humans and other animals can be infected so the food must be disposed of carefully.
It is not good that there are so many brands involved in the recall. I think they should be investigating the source of the Salmonella. 
It is around, but it is not that common.]]> The article lists brands and lot numbers so it is best to check if you are not sure.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/product-rec...almonella/

Salmonella can be quite serious. Humans and other animals can be infected so the food must be disposed of carefully.
It is not good that there are so many brands involved in the recall. I think they should be investigating the source of the Salmonella. 
It is around, but it is not that common.]]>