Is bacon ok for dogs?

My Dog Wants Bacon, Can Dogs Eat Bacon? Despite the fact that bacon in and of itself is not particularly toxic or poisonous to dogs, the answer is NO, you're better off avoiding feeding your dog bacon. read more

Dogs should not eat bacon because it can cause pancreatitis. There is not even one dog breed which is not at the risk of contracting pancreatitis due to poor diet. Sometimes it is hard to distinguish between the symptoms of pancreatic and other ailments. read more

Avocados can have toxic effects on dogs depending on the variety. They can cause upset stomachs in dogs, breathing difficulties, fluid buildup in the chest, but the most dangerous thing for them seem to the be the pit. Since it's slippery, the pit can accidentally be swallowed by dogs, leading to obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract. read more

A potentially fatal condition called bloat is of concern when salty food is eaten by large dog breeds, caused when the dog drinks too much water because of the salt in the bacon (or other salty food items like ham, cured meats, hot dogs, etc.). read more