Pet Safety: Foods Dogs and Cats Should Avoid
In Pet Safety: Foods Dogs and Cats Should Avoid, host Harith Iskander discusses foods that are dangerous for pets, especially dogs and cats. For instance, chocolate contains theobromine, which is highly toxic to them, with dark chocolate being the most dangerous type. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Got Science?, a science magazine series that explores and explains science in everyday life.
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Q: Why is chocolate harmful to dogs and cats, and what ingredient makes it so?
A: Chocolate contains theobromine which pets cannot process effectively, making it poisonous for them.
Q: How does an adult cat’s reaction to milk differ from that of a kitten?
A: While kittens can digest milk, adult cats are usually lactose intolerant, meaning milk can upset their stomachs.
Q: Why can’t cats eat dog food, but dogs can eat cat food?
A: Cats have specific dietary needs, including certain nutrients found only in cat food, while dogs’ diets are more flexible, allowing them to digest both types of food.