Dogs are known for eating just about anything they can find including joint butts, a practice that places them at risk for cannabis poisoning , whereas cats tend to be picky eaters. In part this is explained by the fact that cats lack the ability to taste glucose.
Special thanks to Rachel Malkani MSc. Enter your keywords. Sign-Up Here. Ada McVean B. Because, as with all things, the dose makes the poison. What about mulch made from cocoa bean shells? What to read next Chemical Witchcraft in Salem 28 Oct What is Guarana? How do you know? This is another reason not to wait on calling your veterinarian after your dog has eaten chocolate. Keep in mind that you should never try to induce your dog to vomit at home without a vet's supervision.
If it's been more than a few hours or you don't know when the chocolate was consumed, your vet may need to try and help clear the toxic byproducts of the chocolate in your dog's system by administering activated charcoal or giving them intravenous fluids through a catheter.
If your dog isn't showing signs of chocolate toxicity, this may be all the treatment they need. What happens if a dog eats chocolate and gets sick? Treatment depends on the dog's clinical signs. They'll likely need to be hospitalized to receive support in the form of intravenous fluid therapy, anti-nausea or anti-diarrhea medications, anti-seizure medications, etc. Severe chocolate toxicity can be fatal, so any dog experiencing the effects of chocolate poisoning will need to be continually monitored by veterinary personnel.
Hospitalization from chocolate toxicity can be as short as one day or as long as several days, and the cost of treatment for chocolate toxicity can range from a hundred dollars to several thousand, depending on the severity of the poisoning. Keep all chocolate out of reach of dogs. The main time vets see an uptick in chocolate toxicity cases is around the holidays, when there are hidden chocolate treats around the house or under the holiday tree. Chocolate, even in small amounts, is never a good treat for a dog.
While dogs and chocolate don't mix, rest assured that there are many delicious and safe treat options that are sure to delight even the pickiest dog. Sarah Wooten is a well-known international speaker and writer in the veterinary and animal health care spaces. Wooten is also a certified veterinary journalist, a member of the AVMA, and has 16 years experience in small animal veterinary practice.
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Your use of this site is subject to the terms of our Legal Statement. About our Ads. Some vets also have a handy chocolate toxicity calculator on their website which may provide a guide. Where possible, try and keep any packaging to show your vet, to allow them to see the ingredients and what exactly your dog has consumed.
The typical treatment for chocolate poisoning is to induce vomiting within two hours of consumption. Obviously, chocolate should never be given to a dog as a treat. Alternatively, a healthy treat is never a bad thing! Dogs love apples, pineapple, cucumber, carrots and a range of other fruits and vegetables, which all provide health benefits, so rewarding your dog with cubes of these is a good place to start.
For something a little naughtier, peanut butter and cheese are also firm favourites, while there are obviously a whole host of doggy treats on the market, which you can reward them with for time to time. The weight of your dog and the amount of chocolate he eats determines the side effects that occur. Based on experience and research, the Animal Poison Control Center considers milligrams of theobromine per kilogram of dog a lethal dose.
Using these numbers, just 3 ounces of dark chocolate would cause GI problems for an average-sized, lb retriever. On the other hand, the same 3 ounces of dark chocolate would be a lethal dose for a lb Yorkie if not treated soon enough.
If you know or suspect your dog has eaten chocolate, please call a veterinarian immediately.
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