My dog ate Chocolate
✗ Highly Toxic
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If in doubt, always call your vet or the Animal Poison Line immediately.
Why It's Dangerous
Theobromine and caffeine stimulate the heart and nervous system. Dogs metabolise these compounds far more slowly than humans, causing a toxic build-up. Dark and baking chocolate have the highest levels : milk chocolate is less concentrated but still dangerous.
Symptoms to Watch For
- Vomiting and diarrhoea
- Restlessness and hyperactivity
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Muscle tremors or seizures
- Excessive thirst and urination
Vet Guidance
Contact your vet or emergency animal hospital immediately. If ingested within 2 hours, your vet may induce vomiting. Bring the chocolate packaging so the vet can calculate the theobromine dose.
Emergency Contacts
Animal Poison Line (UK)
01202 509000
RSPCA Emergency
0300 1234 999