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Old 12-29-2008, 12:52 PM   #14
emilyann
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Originally Posted by Ellie May View Post
While this is a subject full of controversy because reactions are dose dependent and small amounts mean no reaction (we hope), garlic is in the same family as onion. Onion can cause hemolytic anemia (horrible to deal with). This is true less so for garlic and it has also been blamed on asthmatic attacks and dermatitis. A large amount one time or small amounts over time are the big issue. One small treat with garlic a couple times a year I would guess wouldn't do any harm... I would try to avoid it altogether. It just isn't worth the risk.
Oh wow! I had no idea! I've always heard it was bad because I know it's considered an onion but I just always thought since they made them for dogs that it was alright. I guess that's what I get for thinking though! I'm going to stop giving them to her and just give her the Derm Caps & her Comfortis every month and be done with it and hope for the best!
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