7 Valentine’s Day Gifts That Could Be Toxic to Your Dog

Choking and Poison Hazards Lurking Inside Popular Valentines Treats for Dogs

Valentine’s Day is a time to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. It’s also the perfect time to express your love and appreciation for your four-legged family members. But before you go out shopping for cute Valentine’s gifts for your pup, take some time to make sure the items won’t be potentially toxic. To help you out, here are seven Valentine’s Day gifts that could be harmful to your pooch.

Valentine’s Cards

Many cards contain small pieces of foil or glitter that can easily be ingested by dogs if they get their paws on them. If you want to give your dog a card this Valentine’s Day, opt for one without any of these materials.

Flowers

While some flowers are completely safe for dogs, others can be toxic if ingested. Lilies, tulips, and daffodils are all highly poisonous and should not be given as gifts. Stick with roses and carnations instead as they are non-toxic varieties.

Home-Made Gifts

Glue and other embellishments can contain toxic chemicals that can be hazardous if ingested by pets. If you plan on making something special for your pup, use pet-safe glues and decorations instead of traditional craft supplies.

Chocolates & Wrappers

Chocolate contains levels of theobromine which is poisonous in large amounts (especially dark chocolate). Not only should chocolates never be given as a gift to a dog, but even wrappers can pose a risk if ingested due to the potential choking hazard they present.

Houseplants

Many houseplants such as aloe vera, peace lilies, croton plants, and English ivy are all toxic if consumed by pets so avoid giving them as gifts this year and keep them out of their reach if you receive some.

Perfume

Dogs have an incredibly sensitive sense of smell so fragrances could make them very sick if inhaled or ingested in large quantities. Instead of buying perfume as a gift this year opt for grooming products such as natural sprays that are specifically designed with dogs in mind!

Jewellery

Jewelry isn’t always made with pet-friendly materials so it is best avoided when picking out presents this year! Plus there is the potential choking hazard posed by necklaces or pendants that could become entangled in fur or around the neck of your pup so be careful when choosing bling.

Happy Valentine’s Day

When it comes to buying gifts for our furry friends this Valentine’s Day, it is important to keep safety in mind first and foremost. Avoiding things like chocolates and jewelry will help ensure that no harm comes to our beloved pups during this special holiday season. So take some extra caution when selecting presents this year and make sure you pick something that won’t put Fido at risk. How about making them a Doggy Valentine’s Box like this one instead?