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Theobromine is present in many, if not all, forms of chocolate. It is incredibly lethal to Dogs and is one of the primary reasons in which chocolate is lethal to most, if not all, breeds of canine.
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∙ 15y agothis chemical is called theobromine.
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What stuff in chocolate can't dogs digest?
dogs can't eat chocolate period it has chemical acids that tears up the dogs stomache
Do cats react to candy?
they can but some types of candy can be harmful to them like chocolate to dogs
Can chocolate make dogs blind?
Chocolate may kill dogs.
Is boric acid powder harmful to dogs?
Is boric acid harmful to dogs
Is chocolate harmful to cats?
both chocolate and caffeine are toxic to cats
What foods will harm my dogs?
Any Chocolate ... never feed a dog chocolate. Not sure what the chemical reaction causes, but do know it is bad for their digestive systems. Dogs should also not eat grapes because it is harmful to their Kidneys.
What human foods can be harmful to dogs?
grapes and chocolate
Is it true that only bakers chocolate will kill your dog?
Any chocolate can be harmful to dogs
Is dark chocolate only harmful to dogs?
Yes, eating chocolate can be fatal to dogs. The most dangerous type is dark baking chocolate, as it has the highest concentration of cacao in it.
What caffeine-like chemical in chocolate is highly toxic to dogs?
Theobromine makes chocolate poisonous to dogs.
Why is chocololate bad for dogs?
Consumption of chocolate by some dogs is potentially fatal, due to the chemical composition of chocolate.
What stuff in chocolate can't dogs digest?
dogs can't eat chocolate period it has chemical acids that tears up the dogs stomache
Is dark chocolate harmful?
No. In fact, the antioxidants in dark chocolate are actually very good for you. Chocolate can be very dangerous for dogs and other pets, though.
Is boron harmful to dogs?
Bromine, or Theo Bromine, is incredibly harmful to dogs. In fact, it is the reason why dogs cannot eat chocolate. Dogs who ingest bromine can possibly die or, at the very least, become very sick.
Do cats react to candy?
they can but some types of candy can be harmful to them like chocolate to dogs
What organ does chocolate harm in dogs?
Chocolate damages the stomach, which can not digest sugar. Actually sugar is not the culprit a chemical called theobromine is, dogs can digest sugar.
How can some dogs eat chocolate without effect?
Chocolate is made from cocoa and cocoa beans contain caffeine and a related chemical called theobromine. This chemical can induce hyperactivity, tremors, high blood pressure. rapid heart beat and respiratory failure. The chemical is also toxic to cats
