Dogs love chocolate just like we do. Yes, there is a component in cocoa beans called methylxanthine that can be toxic to animals. Different kinds of chocolate have varying amounts of cocoa bean in them, and a small dog can tolerate much less of this substance than a large dog. However, if you use milk chocolate as an example, your dog can have a relatively large amount before it becomes a problem. Bitter, or baker's chocolate is more concentrated, so it takes less for it to be toxic.

If ingested, make sure the pieces pass in the pet's bowel movement. If nothing passes within 24-48 hours or the animal seems uncomfortable, contact your vet and let them know of the incident.

Chocolate contains methylxanthine alkaloids that can cause constriction of the arteries, increased heart rate, and central nervous system stimulation. Ingesting chocolate can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, panting, pacing, increased thirst, and increased urination for your pet. Tremors and restlessness may also be noted. Should your pet ingest chocolate, you should contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.

There are several reasons why feces are attractive to dogs. The first is the fact that they are full of bacteria, which help in food digestion. These are missing in commercial processed foods. They are also high in B vitamins, which some dogs may crave. They do have some digestive enzymes in them too which again, processed foods lack. This is why bitches lick puppies all over, it is actually helpful to get some of this to the puppies mouth.

This vaccine has been shown to be safe in over 50 different species of animals, including domestic dogs and cats. Eating a large number of baits may cause a temporarily upset stomach in your pet but does not pose a long-term health risk. Do not attempt to remove a bait from your pet; doing so may cause you to be bitten.

You are wise to recognize that chocolate is toxic to dogs. Anytime you see your animal eat something that is potentially toxic, it is best to induce vomiting immediately by administering syrup of ipecac or hydrogen peroxide. Call your vet for correct amounts and further instructions. You may want to search your house for items which might be potentially toxic to your dog and either remove them or store them safely away.

It's non-harmful and should not cause any problem if swallowed, but if discomfort is experienced, seek medical advice.

Monitor your dog and make sure he passes the clothing. If he doesn't then get him to a vet immediately because there could be an obstruction, which is very serious.

Often dogs eat grass to clear their digestive system. The grass induces vomiting and helps clear obstructions in the dog's digestive tract. This is completely normal and you should not worry unless diarrhea and loss of appetite accompany the grass eating. As always, if you have any questions regarding your dog's health, please contact your veterinarian.

Deter Coprophagia Treatment is a product that you feed to your dog to make his feces undesirable to eat. Some dogs can be trained to leave its waste alone, and quick clean up often helps. This is a common problem especially with puppies. Often puppies outgrow this problem.

Monitor your dog and make sure he passes the clothing. If he doesn't then get him to a vet immediately because there could be an obstruction, which is very serious.

For sanitary reasons and space restrictions we do not allow you to bring your own raw food. For dogs on a raw diet, we offer Horizon Pure, a chicken based raw complete-feed patty, at a competitive price of $1.00 per lb. This is not included in the price of your pet's stay.

Please know that each of the kibble shapes in this food is nutritionally complete, therefore, if your dog is only eating one shape, he will still be getting complete and balanced nutrition. We recommend that you try to slow him/her down by spreading the food out on a flat surface (like a cookie sheet); this will help your dog to pick up the pieces more individually rather than just taking a mouthful at a time.

A positive test result may mean that your dog has bladder cancer. However, there are conditions other than bladder cancer that can cause a positive result. A positive test result will be used in conjunction with signs, symptoms, and possibly other diagnostic tests such as ultrasound to make a definitive diagnosis for your dog.

In most cases, absolutely nothing happens to the dog except that it might be quarantined for a few days (frequently at the dog owner's home). If the attack is brutal or other conditions are met, however, the local animal control authority or court may issue orders requiring that the dog be confined or destroyed.

A change in food should take place over a number of days and the new food should gradually increase until becoming the majority of the dish. This will help to prevent upset stomachs. If your dog is on a special diet please consult your vet before any changes to the diet.