No Hot Cross Buns for Dogs this Easter!
Hot Cross Buns and Sultanas: A Raisin to Keep Them Away from Your Pets This Easter!
Easter is a wonderful occasion to celebrate with family and friends. For us Easter treats are a real indulgence, but for our canine and feline friends they can cause health problems.
Dr Natashia Evans of the Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Gosford provides some insight on why sultanas are toxic to pets.
“Hot cross buns and sultanas may be an Easter favourite, but they’re dangerous for pets. Sultanas, raisins, and grapes can cause kidney failure in dogs, even in small amounts.
“A pet who does eat sultanas can have severe symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Signs don’t appear immediately and often people can be fooled into a false sense of security..”
Lillies are commonly given at Easter and represent a real danger to cats. Cats often enjoy snacking on plants and unfortunately all parts of the lily are toxic and can cause kidney failure.
To keep your furry friends safe, ensure these items stay out of reach and opt for pet-friendly alternatives instead. If your pet ingests something they shouldn’t have, even a small amount, visit ARH Gosford immediately. Symptoms may not appear right away.
ARH Gosford
Your local emergency vet
Open 24/7 incl. public holidays
3/401 Manns Road, West Gosford, NSW, 2250
www.emergencyvet.com.au
(02) 4323 3886
