Can dogs eat… › Chocolate
Can dogs eat chocolate?
⛔ No — chocolate is toxic to dogs. Never feed it.
Contains theobromine, which dogs can't metabolise — it can cause vomiting, tremors, seizures and can be fatal. Darker chocolate is more dangerous.
If eaten: If your dog has eaten chocolate, call your vet or a pet poison line right away with the type and amount.
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Why chocolate is dangerous
Contains theobromine, which dogs can't metabolise — it can cause vomiting, tremors, seizures and can be fatal. Darker chocolate is more dangerous.
Symptoms to watch for
Signs can include vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, tremors, a racing heart, or weakness. Symptoms may be delayed, so don't wait for them to appear.
What to do if your dog ate chocolate
If your dog has eaten chocolate, call your vet or a pet poison line right away with the type and amount. Have the amount, your dog's weight and the time of ingestion ready. You can also call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. Do not induce vomiting unless a professional tells you to.
What about their everyday food?
Treats are only part of the picture — your dog's main diet matters most. Paste your dog food's ingredients into the WoofScore checker to see how it grades A–F.