Are hops toxic to dogs?
Hops Toxicity in Dogs (c) 1995 by Edie Rehkopf It is the author’s wish that this article be reprinted as needed for educational purposes Quick reference for National Animal Poison Control Center information. Brewing one’s own beer at home has become one of the fastest-growing hobbies in the last year or so. There are “instant beer” kits available, just add boiling water and follow the directions, or there are dozens of different beers that can be made by combining different malt extracts with different blends of hops. Home-brewers’ supply shops are springing up everywhere, enabling anyone to purchase the equipment and ingredients needed to get started. By following directions and maintaining reasonably sterile conditions, a person may legally produce up to 100 gallons a of beer per year for his or her own consumption. Home-brewed beer is cheaper and usually tastier than the commercial variety, and gives the beer lover access to beers that might be unavailable in supermarkets There is a
