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Can dogs eat garlic?

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Yes, garlic is toxic to dogs. If your dog has ingested garlic, contact your veterinarian or pet poison control immediately.

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Garlic is a bulbous plant related to the onion family. It is commonly used in cooking for its strong flavor. However, garlic is toxic to pets, including cats and dogs. When ingested, garlic can cause damage to red blood cells, leading to hemolytic anemia. Symptoms of garlic toxicity include lethargy, weakness, and gastrointestinal upset. Even small amounts, especially in concentrated forms such as garlic powder, can be harmful to pets. It is important to keep garlic and foods containing garlic away from cats and dogs to prevent poisoning.

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Related Information

Dr. Kamala Freeman

Dr. Kamala Freeman

DVMEmergency Veterinarian

Dr. Kamala Freeman is an emergency veterinarian with extensive experience in urgent pet care and toxicity cases. She works at an emergency veterinary hospital treating pets exposed to poisons, toxins, and other life-threatening emergencies.

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