Yorkies must avoid eating moldy foods, which may lead to vomiting and diarrhea, and also refrain from snacking on fatty treats as these could potentially cause pancreatitis.
Garlic and onions should not be fed to Yorkies due to the risk of damage to their red blood cells. Avocados also pose a danger, since their persin content could potentially prove fatal for dogs; in addition, their pits pose choking hazards for Yorkies.
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Chocolate
As everyone knows, chocolate is poisonous for dogs and can lead to seizures, heart failure and death. Two key ingredients found in most forms of chocolate – Theobromine and caffeine – act as stimulants which may result in heart and nervous system problems in your Yorkie.
Avocados contain persin, which can wreak havoc on your Yorkie’s stomach and intestines. Furthermore, giving your Yorkie seeds, leaves or bark may lead to blockages.
Your small breed dog should avoid unripe tomatoes and tomato plants as these contain solanine, which can be toxic and lead to anemia by killing red blood cells.
Macadamia Nuts
Macadamia nuts may appear appetizing to your dog, but their oils contain toxic substances which can cause vomiting and diarrhea as well as pancreatitis in dogs.
Grapes and raisins pose a choking hazard and have been shown to cause kidney failure in small dogs, while mushrooms are toxic for them and can even lead to liver failure. Furthermore, gum and mint products that contain xylitol contain harmful ingredients which have been known to lower their blood sugar and cause seizures and heart attacks in pets.
Onions should be avoided by Yorkies as they can be very toxic for them and lead to anemia, stomach distress, dehydration, vomiting and tremors if consumed in large amounts.
Walnuts
Yorkies are tiny breeds that require multiple meals daily in order to remain healthy and content. Small bites will provide them with essential sugars and nutrients they need for good health and happiness.
Fatty foods should never be fed to your dog as they can lead to pancreatitis, an illness which requires hospitalization or even fatality.
Unripe tomatoes and tomato plants contain solanine, a substance toxic to dogs. Lunch meat and cured meats should also be avoided due to being high in salt content – too much can lead to dehydration, tremors, diarrhea, vomiting and death in pets consuming too much salt at one time – your vet can advise as to the safe amount for your pup’s consumption.
Salt
Salt can be hazardous to Yorkies in large doses and lead to dehydration or high blood pressure that threatens their lives.
Onions are poisonous to Yorkies (as well as other breeds of dogs) and should never form part of their diet – they may lead to anemia as well as oral issues in these pups.
Unripe tomatoes should never be fed to Yorkies, as they contain solanine which is toxic for them and could potentially cause tremors, depression, diarrhea, an elevated body temperature, seizures and possibly death in extreme cases.
Spicy Foods
Yorkies have highly sensitive stomachs, so it is wise to steer clear of anything spicy as this could result in diarrhea, bloat and possibly vomiting in these small breeds.
Fatty meats like bacon and ham should be avoided to prevent your pet from succumbing to pancreatitis, as well as their high salt content which could result in dehydration.
Garlic should also be avoided because it contains disulfides and thiosulfates, which may harm red blood cells in your pet. Furthermore, onions belong to the Allium genus, and consumption could lead to toxicosis.
Coconut
Coconut is a large tropical fruit with multiple uses and significance in many cultures, providing protein, fats, fibers and vitamin C among other vital nutrients.
Yorkies should avoid this treat due to its high sugar content. This may lead to weight gain as well as health issues like diabetes.
Avoid giving your Yorkie foods that are too fatty. Fatty food can lead to pancreatitis, a serious and potentially life-threatening condition in small dogs. Furthermore, raw food poses risks, since it could contain salmonella.
