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Theobromine which means food of the gods can make humans feel good when they eat it but it is poisonous to dogs What food is it in?
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Theobromine (xantheose) is found in chocolate, some teas, and soda flavored with cola nuts. It is dangerous to dogs and cats because they metabolize it more slowly, so it can reach toxic levels in their bloodstreams. This can cause dehydration, excitability, and even seizures in affected animals.
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