My dog ate Poppy Seeds
⚠ Potentially Harmful
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If in doubt, always call your vet or the Animal Poison Line immediately.
Why It's Dangerous
Poppy seeds contain residual opioid alkaloids including morphine, codeine, and thebaine. Dogs metabolise opioids less efficiently than humans and have a more permeable blood-brain barrier, making them more sensitive to these effects.
Symptoms to Watch For
- Lethargy and sedation
- Slowed or shallow breathing
- Constricted pupils
- Vomiting
- Coma in severe cases
Vet Guidance
Contact your vet promptly if a meaningful amount of poppy seeds was eaten, particularly from a bag of seeds rather than a light sprinkling on a baked item.
Emergency Contacts
Animal Poison Line (UK)
01202 509000
RSPCA Emergency
0300 1234 999