The festive foods that could kill your dog

Experts issue warnings about overfeeding your pets this Christmas

Pet experts have shared an

urgent warning

about letting your dog or cat overindulge this festive season.

The top eight toxic foods for pets include

chocolate, garlic, onions, leeks and chives.

Meanwhile grapes, raisins and sultanas can also do harm – and should be avoided at all costs.

Other popular items that can be potentially dangerous include sugar free items, avocados and macadamia nuts.

If the nuts are digested by dogs, symptoms include weakness, vomiting, tremors and even depression.

Finally, even though they’re not considered ‘toxic’ both avocados and cooked bones can be a choking hazard for your pooch.

If you think your dog has eaten any of the toxic foods listed, you should contact your vet immediately, taking care to reveal when and how much they took down.