{"id":157555,"date":"2022-07-14T12:18:38","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T12:18:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/"},"modified":"2022-07-14T12:18:38","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T12:18:38","slug":"what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/","title":{"rendered":"What happens if a dog eats triple antibiotic ointment?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_triple_antibiotic_ointment\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats triple antibiotic ointment?\">What happens if a dog eats triple antibiotic ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Will_antibiotic_ointment_hurt_a_dog\" title=\"Will antibiotic ointment hurt a dog?\">Will antibiotic ointment hurt a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_licks_antibiotic_ointment\" title=\"What happens if a dog licks antibiotic ointment?\">What happens if a dog licks antibiotic ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_poisonous\" title=\"Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous?\">Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_poisonous_to_dogs\" title=\"Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous to dogs?\">Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_harmful_if_swallowed\" title=\"Is triple antibiotic ointment harmful if swallowed?\">Is triple antibiotic ointment harmful if swallowed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Can_dogs_lick_triple_antibiotic\" title=\"Can dogs lick triple antibiotic?\">Can dogs lick triple antibiotic?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Is_human_antibiotic_ointment_OK_for_dogs\" title=\"Is human antibiotic ointment OK for dogs?\">Is human antibiotic ointment OK for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Will_it_hurt_a_dog_to_lick_antibiotic_ointment\" title=\"Will it hurt a dog to lick antibiotic ointment?\">Will it hurt a dog to lick antibiotic ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#What_happens_if_you_put_triple_antibiotic_ointment_on_dogs\" title=\"What happens if you put triple antibiotic ointment on dogs?\">What happens if you put triple antibiotic ointment on dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Will_triple_antibiotic_ointment_hurt_a_dog_if_he_licks_it\" title=\"Will triple antibiotic ointment hurt a dog if he licks it?\">Will triple antibiotic ointment hurt a dog if he licks it?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_antibiotic_ointment\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats antibiotic ointment?\">What happens if a dog eats antibiotic ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#What_happens_if_my_dog_licks_ointment\" title=\"What happens if my dog licks ointment?\">What happens if my dog licks ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"Is triple antibiotic ointment safe for dogs?\">Is triple antibiotic ointment safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#What_happens_if_you_ingested_triple_antibiotic_ointment\" title=\"What happens if you ingested triple antibiotic ointment?\">What happens if you ingested triple antibiotic ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Can_you_overdose_on_triple_antibiotic_ointment\" title=\"Can you overdose on triple antibiotic ointment?\">Can you overdose on triple antibiotic ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Why_should_you_not_use_triple_antibiotic_ointment\" title=\"Why should you not use triple antibiotic ointment?\">Why should you not use triple antibiotic ointment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#What_happens_if_you_ingest_bacitracin\" title=\"What happens if you ingest bacitracin?\">What happens if you ingest bacitracin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_safe_for_dogs_to_lick\" title=\"Is triple antibiotic ointment safe for dogs to lick?\">Is triple antibiotic ointment safe for dogs to lick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Can_you_use_triple_antibiotic_ointment_in_your_mouth\" title=\"Can you use triple antibiotic ointment in your mouth?\">Can you use triple antibiotic ointment in your mouth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-triple-antibiotic-ointment\/#Can_you_put_bacitracin_in_your_mouth\" title=\"Can you put bacitracin in your mouth?\">Can you put bacitracin in your mouth?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_triple_antibiotic_ointment\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats triple antibiotic ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ANTIBIOTIC OINTMENTS 1 When ingested by dogs or cats, <b>mild signs of gastrointestinal distress (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea) may be seen secondary to the petroleum-based carrier. When ingested, veterinary treatment is rarely required unless clinical signs are significant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_antibiotic_ointment_hurt_a_dog\"><\/span>Will antibiotic ointment hurt a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A good basic choice for an antibiotic cream for dogs is a cream that contains either neomycin or bacitracin. Both of these ingredients are <b>typically safe for dogs and are easily found over the counter in a wide variety of stores.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_licks_antibiotic_ointment\"><\/span>What happens if a dog licks antibiotic ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does Neosporin use cause side effects in dogs? If your dog&#8217;s wound is in an easily licked area, consider skipping the Neosporin. Not only will it provide zero benefits once it&#8217;s licked off, but <b>it can also upset your pooch&#8217;s stomach, leading to vomiting, diarrhea, and inappetence<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_poisonous\"><\/span>Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>An overdose of Triple Antibiotic topical is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_poisonous_to_dogs\"><\/span>Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Only use small amounts: <b>Neosporin is not safe for your dog to consume and when ingested, it can cause stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. Use regular strength: Always opt for the standard strength option and avoid extra-strength varieties or ones with added active ingredients for pain relief.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_harmful_if_swallowed\"><\/span>Is triple antibiotic ointment harmful if swallowed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A good basic choice for an antibiotic cream for dogs is a cream that contains either neomycin or bacitracin. Both of these ingredients are <b>typically safe for dogs and are easily found over the counter in a wide variety of stores.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_lick_triple_antibiotic\"><\/span>Can dogs lick triple antibiotic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This medicine <b>may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_human_antibiotic_ointment_OK_for_dogs\"><\/span>Is human antibiotic ointment OK for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Neosporin can be used topically to treat minor cuts and scrapes in dogs, just like in humans. However, it is best to check with your veterinarian before using any over-the-counter medication intended for humans on your dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_it_hurt_a_dog_to_lick_antibiotic_ointment\"><\/span>Will it hurt a dog to lick antibiotic ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does Neosporin use cause side effects in dogs? <b>If your dog&#8217;s wound is in an easily licked area, consider skipping the Neosporin. Not only will it provide zero benefits once it&#8217;s licked off, but it can also upset your pooch&#8217;s stomach, leading to vomiting, diarrhea, and inappetence.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_put_triple_antibiotic_ointment_on_dogs\"><\/span>What happens if you put triple antibiotic ointment on dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This <b>can cause an upset stomach, and the ointment may kill the beneficial bacteria in your pup&#8217;s digestive system, causing further gastrointestinal problems. These products should not be used as an antibiotic ointment for dog ear infections. This is because one of the ingredients, neomycin, may cause hearing loss.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_triple_antibiotic_ointment_hurt_a_dog_if_he_licks_it\"><\/span>Will triple antibiotic ointment hurt a dog if he licks it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog licks Neosporin off one of their wounds, <b>there probably isn&#8217;t anything to be worried about. Ingesting Neosporin might cause minor side effects, such as stomach upset. However, odds are that none of these side effects will be serious.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_antibiotic_ointment\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats antibiotic ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ANTIBIOTIC OINTMENTS 1 When ingested by dogs or cats, <b>mild signs of gastrointestinal distress (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea) may be seen secondary to the petroleum-based carrier. When ingested, veterinary treatment is rarely required unless clinical signs are significant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_dog_licks_ointment\"><\/span>What happens if my dog licks ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog licks Neosporin off one of their wounds, <b>there probably isn&#8217;t anything to be worried about. Ingesting Neosporin might cause minor side effects, such as stomach upset. However, odds are that none of these side effects will be serious.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>Is triple antibiotic ointment safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ingestion of large amounts of moisturizing lotions can cause <b>drooling, vomiting and diarrhea in pets. These lotions can contain lots of chemicals and compounds that act as humectants and emollients. Emollients become oily with the heat of the body (or stomach) and can cause GI upset.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_ingested_triple_antibiotic_ointment\"><\/span>What happens if you ingested triple antibiotic ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most ingestions are small, taste amounts and result in no symptoms. <b>In larger amounts, both the antibiotics and the petrolatum base can be upsetting to the stomach causing possible nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Any symptoms should be minor and will resolve quickly.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_overdose_on_triple_antibiotic_ointment\"><\/span>Can you overdose on triple antibiotic ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>An overdose of Triple Antibiotic topical is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_should_you_not_use_triple_antibiotic_ointment\"><\/span>Why should you not use triple antibiotic ointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s the neomycin! <b>Neomycin frequently causes allergic reactions of the skin called contact dermatitis. It can cause the skin to become red, scaly, and itchy. The more Neosporin you use, the worse the skin reaction gets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_ingest_bacitracin\"><\/span>What happens if you ingest bacitracin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Eating bacitracin in large amounts <b>may cause pain in your stomach, and you might throw up. In rare cases, bacitracin zinc causes an allergic reaction, usually redness and itching of the skin. If the reaction is severe, there may be difficulty swallowing or breathing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_triple_antibiotic_ointment_safe_for_dogs_to_lick\"><\/span>Is triple antibiotic ointment safe for dogs to lick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ANTIBIOTIC OINTMENTS 1 When ingested by dogs or cats, <b>mild signs of gastrointestinal distress (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea) may be seen secondary to the petroleum-based carrier. When ingested, veterinary treatment is rarely required unless clinical signs are significant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_triple_antibiotic_ointment_in_your_mouth\"><\/span>Can you use triple antibiotic ointment in your mouth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most ingestions are small, taste amounts and result in no symptoms. <b>In larger amounts, both the antibiotics and the petrolatum base can be upsetting to the stomach causing possible nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Any symptoms should be minor and will resolve quickly.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_put_bacitracin_in_your_mouth\"><\/span>Can you put bacitracin in your mouth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Triple Antibiotic is for use only on your skin. <b>Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What happens if a dog eats triple antibiotic ointment?Will antibiotic ointment hurt a dog?What happens if a dog licks antibiotic ointment?Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous?Is triple antibiotic ointment poisonous to dogs?Is triple antibiotic ointment harmful if swallowed?Can dogs lick triple antibiotic?Is human antibiotic ointment OK for dogs?Will it hurt a dog to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/157555"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=157555"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/157555\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=157555"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=157555"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=157555"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}