What ingredients should you avoid in dog food?
While there is nothing inherently wrong with kibble, it's best to avoid those that contain the following ingredients:
- Melamine
- BHA, BHT, and Ethoxyquin
- Propylene Glycol
- Carrageenan
- Food dyes or corn syrup
- Meat Meal
- MSG
- Sodium Hexametaphosphate
- Melamine
- BHA, BHT, and Ethoxyquin
- Propylene Glycol
- Carrageenan
- Food dyes or corn syrup
- Meat Meal
- MSG
- Sodium Hexametaphosphate
askPurrch information is provided for educational purposes only. Please consult your veterinarian before making decisions for your pet(s).
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Important side note
on pet toxicities
During COVID, as people introduced new substances into their homes, such as baker’s yeast, paint, and vitamin D3, pet poisonings notably increased. Keep your pet safe by avoiding these highly toxic household products.
- Over-the-counter drugs of all sorts (painkillers, cold medications, dietary supplements, etc.)
- Insecticides
- Household plants
- Household cleaners (including hand sanitizer)
- Heavy metal including lead, zinc and mercury
- Fertilizers and other garden-related products
- Automotive chemicals including antifreeze which is one of the most highly poisonous substances
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Pet Poison Control Hotline
A consultation fee may apply
ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435
Pet Poison Hotline: (800) 213-6680
Important side note
on pet toxicities
During COVID, as people introduced new substances into their homes, such as baker’s yeast, paint, and vitamin D3, pet poisonings notably increased. Keep your pet safe by avoiding these highly toxic household products.
- Over-the-counter drugs of all sorts (painkillers, cold medications, dietary supplements, etc.)
- Insecticides
- Household plants
- Household cleaners (including hand sanitizer)
- Heavy metal including lead, zinc and mercury
- Fertilizers and other garden-related products
- Automotive chemicals including antifreeze which is one of the most highly poisonous substances