As people prepare to dig in to a variety of Easter treats this weekend, Dogs Trust Ireland are warning pet owners to be vigilant.
From chocolate to hot-cross buns, there are several toxic treats that could pose a risk to your dog this Easter.
According to Dogs Trust, chocolate is one of the most harmful things a dog can eat as it contains theobromine which can have fatal consequences.
As eating raisins can cause a dog to have a kidney failure, hot-cross buns should also be avoided.
Daffodils also pose risks if a dog eats the bulb, flower, or drinks the water from the vase. Consuming daffodils can have the same effect as eating chocolate for dogs.
Prevention is always the best option, so keep the eggs and other goodies out of reach of sneaky snackers, but know the signs of chocolate poisoning too: https://t.co/EylQgActXr#Easter #EasterEggs pic.twitter.com/FZI6YsDA0y
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Veterinary and welfare manager at Dogs Trust Ireland, Niamh Curran-Kelly said: “We love seeing dogs being included in the festive fun, but chocolate is something that shouldn’t be shared.
“Nobody wants to be rushing their dog to the vet with suspected poisoning over the Easter holidays.
“We’re asking dog owners to please be careful if you are organising an Easter egg hunt in an area that your dog can easily access.
“Please also remind children that although it may be tempting to share with their dog, that when it comes to chocolate, sharing is not caring.”
Dogs Trust are advising pet owners to contact their vet immediately if they think their dog has eaten chocolate or another toxic item.
