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Why is it important for dogs to avoid aluminum?

Why is it important for dogs to avoid aluminum?

Aluminum is also a concern for our domestic dogs (and for us). There is no known role for aluminum within the body and it builds up with exposure; so it is important to avoid aluminum whenever possible. Dogs are exposed to aluminum, most commonly, through food, water and pharmaceuticals.

What happens if your dog eats aluminum foil?

Rarely does it cause an obstruction of the digestive tract, but it does happen, especially with smaller breeds. Dogs should never, ever eat chocolate. If your dog ate aluminum foil because there was chocolate in it, the aluminum may be the least of your reasons for visiting your dog’s veterinarian.

Are there any side effects of sulfate for dogs?

If your pup is sulfate-sensitive, his side effects may include all of the general sulfate effects. However, it’s important to remember that, like with food allergies, most dogs will not be sensitive or allergic to these products. Side effects are much more likely from the active ingredients in the drugs.

Can a dog be allergic to sulfate shampoo?

Sulfates are also common in shampoos and other grooming products. If your pup is sulfate-sensitive, his side effects may include all of the general sulfate effects. However, it’s important to remember that, like with food allergies, most dogs will not be sensitive or allergic to these products.

Aluminum is also a concern for our domestic dogs (and for us). There is no known role for aluminum within the body and it builds up with exposure; so it is important to avoid aluminum whenever possible. Dogs are exposed to aluminum, most commonly, through food, water and pharmaceuticals.

Rarely does it cause an obstruction of the digestive tract, but it does happen, especially with smaller breeds. Dogs should never, ever eat chocolate. If your dog ate aluminum foil because there was chocolate in it, the aluminum may be the least of your reasons for visiting your dog’s veterinarian.

If your pup is sulfate-sensitive, his side effects may include all of the general sulfate effects. However, it’s important to remember that, like with food allergies, most dogs will not be sensitive or allergic to these products. Side effects are much more likely from the active ingredients in the drugs.

Can a small dog be poisoned by an oxygen absorber?

At Pet Poison Helpline, the most severe cases of iron poisoning from oxygen absorbers have occurred in small dogs (<15 pounds). Unless a large dog ingested several oxygen absorbers or ingested unusually large ones, poisoning is much less likely. Most owners will call to report that their dog ingested the packet inside of a container.