<p> What a great way to get your veggies into breakfast, I certainly have a hard time doing this! Thanks for the great post! The toxicity of chocolates is generally caused by a chemical that’s relative of caffeine known as methylxanthines. Dogs that have finished off small amounts of chocolate may show signs of poisoning in about a day or two while dogs that have eaten large amounts of dark, more toxic chocolates will demonstrate signs of toxicity in just a matter of hours. I must confess, I am completely addicted to chocolate (well, not that white stuff) to the point I crave it every day. Chocolate contains a substance called theobromine, which dogs <a href="https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/cherry/">can dogs eat black cherries</a>’t process very well, affecting their heart and nervous system. This triggers diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, hyperactivity, increased thirst, agitation, seizures, abnormal heart rate, and sometimes death. Depending on the ingested dose, the vet may also recommend you monitor your furbaby at home and report any concerning symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, or drooling. • Seizures - Seizures are one of the most severe symptoms of extreme chocolate toxicity in dogs.</p><br>
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<p> • Train your pet the "leave it" command to prevent them from grabbing things they shouldn’t, be they edible or inedible. The main reason that chocolate can be toxic to dogs is because of two things - caffeine and theobromine. The severity of chocolate poisoning depends on a number of things. Pets that ingest a few M&Ms or 1-2 bites of a chocolate chip cookie are unlikely to develop chocolate poisoning. The milk chocolate most people eat doesn’t contain that much cocoa. Baker’s chocolate and cocoa powder are also high in methylxanthines and should be kept away from dogs. Be aware that chocolate can cause many problems… • Vomiting and Diarrhea - These two problems are the earliest signs of chocolate toxicity in dogs. This way it also reduces your dog’s nausea, diarrhea and vomiting. The severity of a dog’s reaction depends on how much chocolate the animal ate, the dog’s size and the dog’s sensitivity to the compound, according to the U.S. As such, in most cases, a dog eating a single chocolate chip cookie may not lead to severe toxicity.</p><br>
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<p> They will most likely be fine, but you should monitor your dog for any signs of stomach upset. The border collie was fine, the pup got choc poisoning. My mixed breed 20lb pup knocked a plastic container(with a screw top)containing choc cookies, off the counter, removed the lid and ate 3/4 of the contents along with my 60lb border collie mix. My 6 pound chi got on the counter while I was at work on day and ate 2 bags of M&M’s with no problem. Her work has appeared in "Ladies' Home Journal," "Woman's Day" and "Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul," covering topics such as business, psychology, animal welfare and academia. The chocolate bar had been packed in my luggage (as a gift for a friend) in preparation for an early morning flight to NYC for Westminster 2012 (see Notes from the Westminster Dog Show Day 1 and Day 2). I neglected to close the suitcase’s zipper, so Cardiff had ample opportunity to access the tasty treat with minimal effort. The first thing to do is to figure out what type and quantity of candy your dog ate. Even if they ingest just a little bit of a candy bar, they could get very sick.</p><br>
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<p> Caffeine is a little different than theobromine although it is related to it. Darker chocolates with higher caffeine content may lead to this symptom even without the dog ingesting very much of it. • Excessive Thirst and Urination - Since both theobromine and caffeine are diuretics, found in ALL types of chocolate, dogs may show both excessive thirst and urination when they have ingested too much of either of these substances. • High Heart Rate - An elevated heart rate is a dangerous symptom that could lead to cardiac arrest, especially in older dogs or those with underlying conditions. • Restlessness - Caffeine, in particular, may cause dogs to behave restlessly. Where an 85-pound Labrador may show no reaction to eating a few candies from your heart-shaped box, a 4-pound Chihuahua may be seriously at risk. The symptoms of a dog eating chocolate usually appear within four to twenty-four hours. You may think you’ve seen chocolate on some gourmet dog treats at your local pet store. From the humble Hershey’s bar to the luxurious Lindt truffle and everything in between, milk chocolate is everywhere. You mentioned Bounty Bar in the title, then never again.</p>