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Paws on Safety: 1 Min Pet Clinic - Chocolate Toxicity
Halloween is almost here!
Can you taste the candy? I am sure your pets will be more than happy to taste it too. After all, sharing our food with our four legged friends is a fun activity which strengthens the human-animal bond. But is candy safe for your pets? Turns out there is a lot more to that story!
Is Candy toxic for my pet? Unfortunately, yes! All breeds of dogs and cats are susceptible to the toxic effects of candy; although cats are less likely to seek candy due to taste preference. Cats tend to ingest other holiday toxins such as lilies, decorations and potpourri.
​What makes candy toxic for my pet? Common ingredients in candy, such as Chocolate, Raisins, Xylitol (Sugar Free Candy) and Candy wrapper (American Animal Hospital Association) are all toxic for our pets.
What does chocolate contain? Chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine, both of which have serious effects on your pets internal organs and nervous system. The more the chocolate content in candy preparations, the worse their effects, eg:- bitter chocolate is worse than sweet chocolate; however, all chocolate is bad for our pets. Candy preparations contain fat and sugar, which causes GI upset and pancreatitis.
What do I do if my dog ate candy? The signs of toxicity do not appear immediately, that is why it is vital to contact Animal Poison Control (ASPCA) (888) 426-4435, and your nearest emergency clinic, as soon as your pet ingests candy. Remember to save the packaging, so that the amount of ingested chocolate can be determined.
What happens when my pet ingests chocolate? Common signs of chocolate toxicity include
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Vomiting, diarrhea, restlessness and hyperactivity
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Change in heart rate, increased body temperature
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Increased thirst and urination
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Ataxia, tremors, seizures
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Coma and death​​
Is there any treatment available? Yes, treatment is available for chocolate toxicity, call your nearest emergency clinic and follow their recommendations as soon as you become aware that your pet has ingested candy.
How do I prevent chocolate or candy ingestion? Please keep all kinds of candy out of reach of your pets, accept pet treats from others with great caution, read ingredient labels and buy pet safe halloween treats. You could make tasty halloween treats for your pet at home too :) (American Animal Hospital Association)
(Please do visit the Veterinary Partner webpage for more information)
The Merck Veterinary Manual for Pet Owners is always a great resource for information on a variety of pet topics!
Please contact us at 980-252-6322 for more information.
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