{"id":20881,"date":"2022-03-25T11:08:15","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:08:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:08:15","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:08:15","slug":"how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"How much chocolate is toxic to dogs?"},"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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#How_much_chocolate_is_toxic_to_dogs\" title=\"How much chocolate is toxic to dogs?\">How much chocolate is toxic to dogs?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#Will_my_dog_be_OK_after_eating_chocolate\" title=\"Will my dog be OK after eating chocolate?\">Will my dog be OK after eating chocolate?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_chocolate_to_take_effect_in_a_dog\" title=\"How long does it take for chocolate to take effect in a dog?\">How long does it take for chocolate to take effect in a dog?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#How_much_chocolate_can_hurt_a_dog\" title=\"How much chocolate can hurt a dog?\">How much chocolate can hurt a dog?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#Is_it_OK_if_your_dog_eats_a_little_bit_of_chocolate\" title=\"Is it OK if your dog eats a little bit of chocolate?\">Is it OK if your dog eats a little bit of chocolate?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#How_long_after_a_dog_eats_chocolate_will_they_be_OK\" title=\"How long after a dog eats chocolate will they be OK?\">How long after a dog eats chocolate will they be OK?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#Can_a_dog_be_saved_after_eating_chocolate\" title=\"Can a dog be saved after eating chocolate?\">Can a dog be saved after eating chocolate?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dog_at_home_after_eating_chocolate\" title=\"How can I treat my dog at home after eating chocolate?\">How can I treat my dog at home after eating chocolate?<\/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\/how-much-chocolate-is-toxic-to-dogs\/#How_much_chocolate_can_kill_a_dog\" title=\"How much chocolate can kill a dog?\">How much chocolate can kill a dog?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_chocolate_is_toxic_to_dogs\"><\/span>How much chocolate is toxic to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, mild symptoms of chocolate toxicity occur when a dog consumes <b>20 mg of methylxanthines per kilogram of body weight. Cardiac symptoms of chocolate toxicity occur around 40 to 50 mg\/kg, and seizures occur at dosages greater than 60 mg\/kg.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_my_dog_be_OK_after_eating_chocolate\"><\/span>Will my dog be OK after eating chocolate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Chocolate is poisonous to dogs mostly because of its theobromine content, which dogs are unable to metabolize effectively. If your dog eats chocolate, you should monitor them closely and seek veterinary attention if they show any symptoms, or if they are very young, pregnant or have other health concerns.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_chocolate_to_take_effect_in_a_dog\"><\/span>How long does it take for chocolate to take effect in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>six to 12 hours<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_chocolate_can_hurt_a_dog\"><\/span>How much chocolate can hurt a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While this depends on the type of chocolate, it can take only <b>0.3 ounces of concentrated chocolate per pound of body weight to kill a dog. Milder types of chocolates vary from 0.5 to 2 ounces. This is because chocolates contain theobromine, which is a lethal chemical for dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_if_your_dog_eats_a_little_bit_of_chocolate\"><\/span>Is it OK if your dog eats a little bit of chocolate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Chocolate is poisonous to dogs mostly because of its theobromine content, which dogs are unable to metabolize effectively. If your dog eats chocolate, you should monitor them closely and seek veterinary attention if they show any symptoms, or if they are very young, pregnant or have other health concerns.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_after_a_dog_eats_chocolate_will_they_be_OK\"><\/span>How long after a dog eats chocolate will they be OK?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Symptoms of chocolate poisoning will usually show within six to 12 hours, but could appear within one hour. If you know your dog has eaten chocolate, act immediately and don&#8217;t wait for the signs to appear. We always recommend seeking veterinary advice if you have any concerns about the health of your pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_be_saved_after_eating_chocolate\"><\/span>Can a dog be saved after eating chocolate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There is no antidote for chocolate poisoning. Affected dogs are offered supportive treatment from the veterinarian to prevent further absorption of the poison and hasten elimination, along with symptomatic treatment. If the animal has just been observed eating chocolate, the veterinarian may choose to induce vomiting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dog_at_home_after_eating_chocolate\"><\/span>How can I treat my dog at home after eating chocolate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After your dog eats chocolate: steps to take at home Vetted Pet Care suggests taking only three percent solution of Hydrogen Peroxide (not the concentrated six percent solution) and putting 1ml for every pound of body weight (so 16 ml for 16 pounds), into food or in a dropper to feed her to induce vomiting.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_chocolate_can_kill_a_dog\"><\/span>How much chocolate can kill a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While this depends on the type of chocolate, it can take only <b>0.3 ounces of concentrated chocolate per pound of body weight to kill a dog. Milder types of chocolates vary from 0.5 to 2 ounces. This is because chocolates contain theobromine, which is a lethal chemical for dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How much chocolate is toxic to dogs?Will my dog be OK after eating chocolate?How long does it take for chocolate to take effect in a dog?How much chocolate can hurt a dog?Is it OK if your dog eats a little bit of chocolate?How long after a dog eats chocolate will they be&#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":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20881"}],"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=20881"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20881\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20881"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20881"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20881"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}