The chocolate we eat comes from the roasted seeds of the Cacao tree – Theobroma Cacao. The seeds contain theobromine and caffeine which belong to a group of drugs known as methylxanines. Just as we humans do, dogs like sweets too. Although chocolate can be beneficial for us, it is toxic to dogs as well […]
Until the 1950s, selenium was considered toxic to horses in any amount. Further research proved that selenium in the correct quantities is an essential nutrient for horses. Selenium plays an important role in the body, especially acting as an antioxidant. Its deficiency can cause among other things, muscle degeneration. The oxidation process converts fats, carbohydrates […]
Here is a list of some of the more common plants toxic to reptiles. Most include all species of a particular plant. If you know of any other plants that may be toxic, please add them to the list. Amaryllis Apricot – (pits, leaves and bark) Apple – (seeds, leaves, bark) Avocado – (pit, leaves, […]
