Can chocolate kill dogs

Answer 1

Unsweetened Baking Chocolate and Dark Chocolate can be fatal to dogs. Milk Chocolate can make a dog very sick, and depending on the size of a dog, probably won't kill it. White chocolate isn't really chocolate, but if a dog were to eat enough of it, it could cause vomiting or diarrhea.

Symptoms of poisoning from chocolate would include vomiting, diarrhea or hyperactivity within the first few hours after eating it. As time passes there would be an increase in the dog's heart rate or an irregular heat rhythm, restlessness, muscle twitching, hyperactivity, increased urination or excessive panting.

Care should be given to prevent dogs access to all kinds of chocolate.

Answer 2

They can get really sick if they eat enough and if they are untreated they can die. I think it's because of a chemical in cocoa that makes them sick. but don't freak if your dog eats just one cocoa puff off the floor.

A few misconceptions about dogs and chocolate.

1. It's an allergic reaction, so it's okay for some dogs.
False. It's a chemical contained in the chocolate.

2. It will be okay, it only causes diarrhea and vomiting.
False. It can and does cause death.

3. Chocolate isn't bad for dogs,It's just an old wives tale.
False. Even the ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center says chocolate is toxic to dogs.

4. A little every now and then is okay.
False. The chemical that is toxic stays in a dogs system a very long time,so depending on the weight of the dog,the type of chocolate ingested,and the frequency with which it is fed,the chemical can build up to toxic levels over time.

5. It's only bad for very young,or old dogs.
False. Age has nothing to do with it.

Chocolate is toxic to dogs because it contains theobromine, a compound in the same family as caffeine. Dogs metabolize theobromine differently than humans. The half life of theobromine in a dogs system is about 17.5 hours. This means that after 17 hours they have only filtered half of it out of the body, after another 17 hours they filter half of whats left and so on. t's easy to see that the theobromine stays in the dogs system for a long long time.

The amount of theobromine in chocolate varies by type.
Milk chocolate contains 44 mg per ounce.
Semisweet chocolate contains 150 mg per ounce.
Unsweetened baking chocolate contains 390 mg per ounce.

The toxic effect is calculated by the amount of theobromine, and the weight of the dog.
1 oz per pound of body wt. for milk chocolate
1 oz per 3 lbs. of body wt. for semisweet chocolate
1 oz per 9 lbs. of body wt. for unsweetened baking chocolate

So as you can see,a 50 pound dog would have to eat 50 ounces(or a little over 4 pounds) of milk chocolate for it to be considered toxic. The same dog would have to eat only 5 ounces of the baking chocolate though. Don't forget that it stays in the system a very long time though. So a non toxic dose one day, could cause death if ate again the next day.

If your dog eats chocolate some of the symptoms to watch for include, hyperexcitability and restlessness, vomiting and diarrhea,increased urination,muscle tremors, seizures, coma, and eventually death.

If you catch your dog eating what could be considered a toxic dose, call your Vet for instructions on what to do.If it's after hours try calling him at home.if you can't reach him,induce vomiting,and keep trying till you do reach him. To induce vomiting you can use one teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide per 10 pounds of the dogs body weight. This can be repeated after 20 minutes if it does not work the first time. This is the method to induce vomiting according to the book The Dog Lovers Companion, it is written by certified Vets, so it's a method that is safe to use.
The effect of chocolate on a dog or other pets can sometimes be very unpredictable. A small amount may or may not kill a large dog.

Here are some facts about chocolate toxicity in dogs and other pets:

Chocolate contains substance known as theobromine that is difficult for dogs and other non-human animals to metabolized. I can be fatal to dogs, cats, horses, ferrets, bird and other pets, according to the Ontario Canada, SPCA.

The dog or animal should be induced to vomit because the theobromine in chocolate is toxic to some animals even though it is safe for human consumption.

The dog or other pet should then be rushed to the vet because the theobromine and other stimulants in chocolate can induce a fatal heart arrhythmia in some non-human animals. The dog may or may not need to have its stomach pump, but a vet needs to make that determination.

Cooking chocolate is the most toxic, followed by dark chocolate, followed by milk and white chocolate
It depends on the size of the dog and the amount of chocolate eaten. Chocolate contains a chemical known as theobromine, which humans can metabolize but many animals have difficulty clearing from their systems. Theobromine effects both the central nervous system and cardiovascular system. The darker the chocolate, the more dangerous for your dog.
It really depends on how much chocolate they eat and how much they weigh. My 20-30 pound dog ate a few Hershey's Kisses and she was alright. One of our other dogs licked some chocolate icing and she was good as well. Although God allowed both of them to be OK, I would not recommend any amount of chocolate. They say milk chocolate is not as toxic as the dark chocolate.

Here is some additional information about chocolate and toxicity in dogs and other pets:

Chocolate contains substance known as theobromine that is difficult for dogs and other non-human animals to metabolized. I can be fatal to dogs, cats, horses, ferrets, bird and other pets, according to the Ontario Canada, SPCA.

The dog or animal should be induced to vomit because the theobromine in chocolate is toxic to some animals even though it is safe for human consumption.

The dog or other pet should then be rushed to the vet because the theobromine and other stimulants in chocolate can induce a fatal heart arrhythmia in some non-human animals. The dog may or may not need to have its stomach pump, but a vet needs to make that determination.

Cooking chocolate is the most toxic, followed by dark chocolate, followed by milk and white chocolate

The size of the dog in relation to the amount eaten is also an important consideration. However, the response to chocolate is often unpredictable. Therefore a small amount may also cause an arrhythmia in a pet. Calling a vet for advice is the best thing to do, always.

Here is link to an article that notes the reason's why chocolate is toxic on page three and it notes the other animals for which chocolate is toxic

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/410506/why_chocolate_makes_a_healthier_treat.html?cat=51

Yes, it can kill a dog. But, it depends how much the dog ate? If it ate the whole thing then it might die. But, if it just ate a piece then its ok.

Dogs can die from eating chocolate - the theobromine in it is very toxic to them. However, dogs have to consume a certain dose before it reaches toxic levels - this amount varies depending upon the weight of the dog as well as individual factors such as liver and kidney function.

Even if your dog doesn't die, he/she can still have some pretty bad medical problems from eating chocolate. Your best option is to not allow your dog to have chocolate at all.
well it depends the dog ate a whole bar than yes it could die but if it is just a piece than that is fine."but i am not saying you should do it".
Yes, it has some weird chemical in it that dogs can die from. I don't know what TINY bit is okay though. Some dogs are more sensitive to chocolate than others. I have had a dog get into chocolate and have no noticeable symptoms. However, other dogs may eat chocolate and have seizures. It can be toxic to them, although it generally does not result in death. Chocolate contains a number of natural chemicals that may be toxic to dogs, however a dog would have to eat a lot of chocolate to be poisoned by it.
Yes, it is very possible. A dog's digestive system cannot break down such complex structures. Chocolate has very complex sugars.

Answer 3

Yes your dog can die and this is a way to cure it.

Or solve it yourself for very little money.

If your dog ate chocolate and your afraid it won't survive and you don't have money for the vet. Then you will have to make your dog vomit its easy, because it has happen to me I know. 1.) You have to go and buy Hydrogen Peroxide give you dog 3 teaspoons every 10 minutes 3 times. 2.) I know why does that sound expensive well it isn't you can buy them at CVS for very little money; a small bottle cost $1.00 a medium bottle cost $1.29 and a large bottle cost $1.90. See its cheap isn't it, and don't worry your thinking well how much am I suppose to give my big dog little dog. Its all the same 3 teaspoons very 10 minutes 3 times, and don't worry about overdosing your dog because you can't. Why? Because its harmless to your dog.

Just joking, your dog will die.
If you give them enough, yes it will. A very small amount is okay, but still not the best treat for them.

Answer 4

No, No, No, No, and No! Chocolate is very bad for your dog! It could die if it ingests chocolate.
NO! chocolate can make a dog very ill especially poodles it can cause them to vomit and the caffeine is bad for them.
No you can't. I have a dog named Iola, and one day I was eating Oh Herny! A peice of it fell to the ground and Iola snatched it up and ate it. The next day Iola got sick and had diarehhia!

Dogs should not be fed chocolate as it contains riboflavin which is not good for dogs.

It takes about 3 oz to have a toxic effect with milk chocolate, so small amounts are tolerable.

Existing answer not quite right, giving dogs any chocolate is much more serious! Once a dog has even a little chocolate it makes them crave more, this causes them to jump and ecome snappy, doing anything they can for chocolate.

Chocolate contains the stimulant theobromine which is found in the cocoa bean. Theobromine affects the central nervous system as well as the heart muscle and increases urination. Each kind of chocolate has different amounts of theobromine but this is what is poisonous to dogs.

There are some symptoms that you will notice if your dog has eaten a lethal dose of chocolate. Vomiting, hyperactivity or diarrhea happens within the first few hours. As time goes by, the toxic material is being absorbed within the dog's system. You will notice your dog's heart rate increase, which can cause muscle twitching, restlessness, hyperactivity, arrhythmia, extreme panting and increased urination. It can then lead to muscle tremors, hyperthermia, seizures, coma and even death. Cocoa powder is the worse followed by dark chocolate then milk chocolate.
Basically NO. Chocolate is not good for dogs, it contains a stimulant called theobromine (a bit like caffeine) that is poisonous to dogs. Specialist "Doggy Chocolates" are made, not from chocolate, but from the "carob" bean (which tastes similar to chocolate).
No, chocolate is extremely toxic to dogs and it can cause fatal heart arrhythmias as well as liver damage. Even a small amount can be fatal to dogs.

Answer 5

Oh no. I hope not.

OMG....PLS DONT EVER FEED ANY DOG CHOCOLATE!!! CHOCOLATA IS VERY POISONUS

2 ALL DOGS AND PUPPIES.....ALSO, SO R ONIONS!!!!

Answer 6

It depends on how much it ate. If it ate a whole pan, then it is possible. Take your dog to the vet right away! If it was just a few, it is still bad for them, so it might still be a good idea to check with a vet.

Answer 7

It depends on how much chocolate it is. If it is a small amount, your dog may only suffer from a minor upset stomach with or without vomiting/diarrhea. Large amounts, can pose a threat for theobromine. It can produce muscle tremors, seizures, internal bleeding and even a heart attack!

Answer 8

If you pet had ingested this, please call vet ASAP

Answer 9

yes yes yes yes to dogs chocolate is like a poison do not do not feed your dog chocolate!

Answer 10

Yes, any chocolate can make a small dog very sick or can even kill them. Avoid giving them skin from a chicken too.