With Christmas just around the corner many of us will be filling our cupboards and fridges with a range of different treats.
But what is tasty to a human can prove fatal to a dog, with many festive foods being harmful to dogs.
Many people know chocolate and raisins are dangerous for dogs, but onions and chives can also prove problematic to your much-loved pet.
Ahead of the big day on Friday, Dogs Trust Merseyside has given some urgent advice to dog owners to help keep their pets safe over Christmas.
Writing on Twitter its team said: "Oooh, not long know and it's very likely the Christmas goodies are being snaffled open already!
"We say it every year, but it's always good to have the reminder and the option to share it with anyone who may not know, but here's our Christmas food safety advice."
The Dogs Trust Merseyside advice said:
- Ensure human treats are out of sight, reach and smell
- Teach the all-important 'leave it' lesson
- Don't let your dog eat: Christmas cake, Christmas pudding, mince pies or chocolate
- Don't let your dog drink: Drinking chocolate, mulled wine or any alcohol
- Avoid onions, leeks, garlic, shallots and chives. These cause diarrhoea, vomiting and damage to red blood cells
- Watch out for holly berries and mistletoe. These cause vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy
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