My Dog Ate Lays Chips Will He Get Sick?
My Dog Ate Lays Chips Will He Get Sick?
Has your dog eaten Lays Chips? Are you worried the Lays Chips will make your dog sick? If so, then you’ve come to the right place!
In this article, we’ll take a look at what Lays Chips are and whether or not they can make your dog sick. Let’s get started!
What are Lays Chips?
Lays Chips are a brand of potato chips that are extremely popular! The chips come in a wide range of flavors and have been around for over 75 years. They were first developed by Herman W. Lay in 1932 and were sold from the back of his car! He was a traveling salesman at the time. The Lays company merged with Fritos in 1961 to become the Frito-Lay Company.
Lays Classic chips contain the following ingredients:
- Potatoes
- Vegetable oil (sunflower, corn, and/or canola oil)
- Salt
Other varieties of the chips may contain other ingredients and spices, depending on the flavoring.
So, are Lays chips bad for dogs?
Lays Chips & Dogs
The good news is that Lays chips are not toxic for dogs unless they contain garlic, onion, or other ingredients that are toxic to dogs. The original chips are not flavored and not toxic to canines. However, they’re also not a healthy option for dogs.
The problem with Lays chips is that they’re high in fat and salt, both of which can cause health problems in dogs.
If your dog eats one or two potato chips, chances are he will be just fine. However, if your dog eats more Lays chips, there’s a chance he could develop these symptoms:
- Stomachache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Lethargy
- Dehydration
In most cases, the symptoms should last no longer than 24 hours. If they do, or other symptoms develop, and you’re worried, then be sure to call the vet for advice. Diarrhea and vomiting that are severe and/or that last longer than 24 hours can seriously dehydrate your canine companion.
For these reasons, it’s best not to give your dog Lays chips and keep them stored where your fur baby can’t gain access to them.
Instead of potato chips, you may want to consider giving your dog healthier snacks. And if you do give your dog chips, make sure it’s not more than one or two. More could make him sick, and you’ll both regret that!
And remember, always call the vet if your dog develops any concerning symptoms. The vet will be the best one to offer advice on what you need to do to help your dog feel better.
