(Article by Country Living)

As an emergency veterinarian, Dr Brett Levitzke has (unfortunately seen it all. After more than 20 years in practice, he is committed to keeping pets safe. While there are some human foods that dogs can eat (including chicken, turkey, salmon, brown rice, carrots, are sweet potatoes), there are several that can cause serious and sometimes life-threatening reactions. Here, Dr. Levitzke gives us a rundown of the foods your dog should never eat.

To make sure your dog safe, be sure to keep all food out of his reach. And if you have a jumper or a big dog, that means off the kitchen counter too. If you ever have concerns about what your dog has eaten, contact your local vet or emergency vet immediately.

1. Grapes, Raisins, and Currants

Dr. Levitzke explains that grapes are highly toxic to dogs. He says, "They can cause kidney failure…