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Old June 18th 07, 04:25 AM posted to rec.pets.dogs.health
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Default Dogs and chocolate

I know that chocolate is bad for dogs but could someone please tell me
why?

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Old June 18th 07, 04:51 AM posted to rec.pets.dogs.health
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Default Dogs and chocolate

I know that chocolate is bad for dogs but could someone please tell me
why?


Googling "dogs chocolate"....
http://www.dogownersdigest.com/news/...oisoning.shtml


Why is Chocolate Lethal?
Chocolate contains theobromine. A naturally occurring stimulant found in the
cocoa bean, theobromine increases urination and affects the central nervous
system as well as heart muscle. While amounts vary by type of chocolate,
it's the theobromine that is poisonous to dogs.


 




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