In researching unhealthy snacks for your Westie, I was surprised to find the following foods that can cause serious problems for your dog.  I have listed the foods and what can potentially happen if consumed:

Grapes:  kidney failure  in quantity

Raisins:  kidney failure in quantity

Chocolate:  cardiovascular problems

Onions: can cause toxic anemia (low red blood cell count)

Rawhide Chews:  can stick in the Westie’s throat

Spinach:  digestive tract irritation

Beets:  digestive tract irritation

Chips:  high in salt and fat

Popcorn:  high in salt and fat

Cabbage:  intestinal gas and discomfort

Broccoli:   intestinal gas and discomfort

There are so many healthy foods and snacks to feed your Westie that I just wouldn’t take a chance with any unhealthy snacks that might be harmful to your pet and lead to illness.