Surprisingly some nuts are poisonous to dogs

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Sometimes dogs can try to grab your attention so you can give them a bit of your food.

But are nuts safe for dogs? Most are NOT safe. For example, macadamia nuts can be toxic. English Walnuts are ok, however, Black walnuts and the other parts of the plant are poisonous to dogs. Although peanut butter has a nut in its name, it is actually a legume, so peanuts and peanut butter are safe as long as they don’t contain a sweetener. Nuts are high in calories and some pose a choking hazard. There are better special treats to choose from

Dogs and cats are always interested in whatever I eat. But this is not always the right choice. Despite being very similar to us anatomically, they have a different digestive system than ours. They cannot always digest the food that we enjoy. We must remember that dogs are carnivorous animals, although we have accustomed them to a diet with more vegetables.

Focusing on the topic, there are various types of nuts, and not all are equally safe for dogs or cats. So what nuts can dogs eat? First, let’s talk about the dangers and explain which nuts are definitely toxic and poisonous to dogs.

In general, nuts are not the most advisable food for dogs to eat. They have a high content of phosphorus and usually also contain high levels of fats. An excess of phosphorus can cause stones in the bladder. If we feed our dog with commercial pet food, they already get a sufficient supply of phosphorus and other nutrients and vitamins they need. . Now, if we offer our dog a homemade diet, then we can regulate the contribution of phosphorus ourselves.

So can you feed your dog nuts? YES with caution. some nuts are o.k., without the shell, in minimal quantities and very occasionally yes, as long as there is no allergy, of course. Ingesting the walnut without peeling could provoke an intestinal obstruction in the animal, which may even require surgical intervention in the worst case.

When are nuts toxic to dogs ?

It has been observed that the black walnut can have juglone, a toxic substance that can be harmful It is found exclusively in the leaves and stems of the plant or the cover of the walnut, not the nut inside. That is why, in addition to avoiding a possible obstruction, it is so important to give your dog shelled nuts.

In general, giving a dog a nut does not usually lead to an allergic process. However, as we have mentioned, you should be especially careful with macadamia nuts, as they are very toxic to them, and can cause neurological problems.

In case of allergy to this dried fruit, the animal will most likely experience a series of symptoms common to all food allergies, such as:

Redness and itchiness

Choking feeling

Inflammation of the mouth and eyelids

Always review the ingredients of human snacks that we share with our pets animals, We must also be careful while taking a walk on the street or hiking with our dog because if he eats a walnut that has fallen to the ground, it could be moldy and also toxic to the animal.

Macadamia nuts are a BIG NO!

Macadamia nuts are toxic and NOT SAFE for dogs. Although exactly what compounds make them toxic to them is not yet known. If your dog has eaten one or two macadamia nuts, it could have mild to severe hind leg weakness, with poisoning being more critical when more than seven macadamia nuts are ingested. The severe symptoms of macadamia nut poisoning in dogs are these, from most to least common:

Weakness

Depression

Vomiting

Ataxia (muscle control difficulty)

Tremors

Hyperthermia

Symptoms usually appear 12 hours after ingestion and, although this can be very scary, they typically disappear 24 or 48 hours after ingestion. However, it is always advisable to consult the vet.

What about Peanut Butter ?

Peanut butter is not actually a nut. Are you surprised? It is actually a legume and can be an enjoyable healthy treat for your pup. However many brands contain the artificial sweetener Xylitol. IT IS HIGHLY TOXIC TO DOGS AND CATS Even a small amount can cause disorientation and even seizure. A larger dose of xylitol causes severe, irreversible liver damage, or worse. So please read your labels before giving your furry friend some peanut butter. At home, I try to avoid bringing Xylitol into the house for us humans there are other sugar-free sweeteners. For example, monkfruit is less likely to be dangerous for your pets and my preferred alternative sweeter.

About me and A Wandering Pet

Pizza and me

Welcome to A Wandering Pet. My name is Jamie and Pizza (or PizzatheWonderCat) is my faithful feline companion. We currently live in Southern California. Together we safely wander around the internet looking things all about pets.

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A Wandering Pet begins

Like so many others people in the world right now, I lost my job and my kitchen in March 2020. One week I had a growing personal chef business called A Wandering Chef, the next week my kitchen closed down and my clients went away, as many lost their income too. Spring 2020 was a very uncertain time. I began spending a lot of time at home with Pizza cat. I have always enjoyed writing a researching. Deciding it was time to start a new chapter in my life, I began researching new ways to make money. The pets at home provide a lot of comfort and joy for me during this interesting time. It feels natural to learn, write and share awesome informative fun things I am learning with this pet blog. I hope you enjoy and feel free to comment .

How I met my Pet Rescue

It was spring and kitten season. I had wanted a kitten for a while and was at my local shelter at just the right time. I had looked at all the adoptable cats of all ages. Then it happened.

A few minutes before closing the shelter they brought out a small litter of fluffy kittens. I asked if there was a male? I held him up and in a second flat was ready to make a lifelong commitment. One look and I was smitten Seriously, look at that little face.

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He was so small, under two pounds. I was able to pick up the next day from the shelter. He needed his vaccinations and microchip In California shelters they sterilize kittens at 2 lbs or six weeks. Given his weight, he was probably not quite 6 weeks old. So tiny, yet mighty. I needed to help him gain a little weight. That was about ten years ago.

Naming the Kitten

Yes, Pizza is a unique name for a grey tabby. Well, besides my little feline love, food is my first passion. I was a personal chef/caterer for many years. I am particularly fond of Italian food and at the time I was enjoying a lot of Cheese Pizza. It was a silly nickname that I later decided was appropriate. He is an indoor-only cat and has been for his entire life.

Although he is 10 years old, he continues to be an active curious cat. His long 12 “, “tail of doom” get him in trouble for time to time, he in part uses it to knock things over. He will eagerly try snack on whatever you have on your plate. I like to hypothesize that he came from a long line of feral cats and his hunting instincts for survival are strong. He also enjoys only licking water from his paws, vs. just drinking out of the bowl., a habit he has had his entire life.

We have moved multiple times over his lifetime and he had happily adjusted each time. As long as we were together, he has been happy. I have been blessed to have such a good pet. He has been well mannered and uses the kitty box and his many cardboard scratching pots. Our current household also has a dog. Both are seniors, neither has lived in the same living quarters with other animals. I’m happy to say, three years later, they at least tolerate each other. Even an old dog and an old cat can learn new tricks. Perhaps they just like my bed, but either way, there is peace.

I hope you enjoy your stay here. I want you and your wandering pet to have a seat and learn some new stuff and have fun. Pizza and the household dog are my inspiration. Pets really add a lot of love to your life.

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