Chocolate is especially dangerous for small dogs like the Shih Tzu because it can cause seizures and heart problems when it is ingested in small amounts.
Fried food is high in fat percentage and it has minimal nutritional value for our Shih Tzu dogs and they may develop diarrhea and start vomiting immediately after a fried meal.
Both grapes and raisins have seeds that are linked to causing severe liver and kidney failure in Shih Tzu dogs. Even one grape can cause major health issues.
6. Macadamia Nuts
Macadamia nut intoxication is very dangerous because it causes weakness in the Shih Tzu’s hind limbs, as well as vomiting and diarrhea.
7. Poppy Seeds
If ingested in large quantities, poppy seeds can get your Shih Tzu dog into a coma. Poppy seed intoxication leads to serious health problems.
8. Processed Meat Products
Ingredients found in processed meat are harmful to Shih Tzu’s digestive tract and may cause many health problems, one of them being pancreatitis.
9. Soy Beans
Soybeans are most commonly linked to food allergies in Shih Tzu dogs. Itchy skin rashes are a common sign of soy bean allergies.
10. Table Scraps
Table scraps are like a cocktail of disaster for Shih Tzu dogs. They’re full of spices, fatty foods, and cooked bones that can make the Shih Tzu ill.
11. Xylitol (Artificial Sweetener)
Ingesting a small amount of xylitol can cause your Shih Tzu dog’s blood sugar levels to drop, and it can also lead to seizures or even death.
12. Yeast Dough
Because this is a small dog, yeast dough can make its stomach expand. Moreover, the release of ethanol alcohol from yeast dough can cause alcohol toxicosis.
Avocado pits and skin contain a very toxic substance that is called persin. While persin is safe for humans to consume, it is not safe for our furry friends.