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.