Pet nutrition and toxic foods

In short: Pets need species-appropriate food. Some foods that are harmless to humans are poisonous to dogs and cats.

In more detail: Quality and quantity depend on species, age, weight and activity.

In detail

• Dogs: Complete food in suitable size; check weight regularly.
• Cats: Carnivores; need taurine, wet food promotes water intake.
• Toxic to dogs and cats: Chocolate, onions, garlic, grapes and raisins, xylitol (sweetener), avocado, alcohol.
• Other dangers: Cooked bones splinter; milk causes diarrhoea in many cats.
• Plants: Lilies are very toxic to cats; check houseplants before use.
• Water: Always offer fresh water.
• Treats: At most about ten percent of the daily ration.
• Emergency: If poisoning is suspected call the vet or animal poison helpline immediately (haustier-gesundheit-impfen-entwurmen-tierarzt).