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How long after a dog eats chocolate will they be OK?

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Created: 2022-03-25 17:00:13

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Signs of chocolate poisoning usually appear within 6 to 12 hours after your dog has eaten it, may last up to 72 hours, and include the following: AKC is a participant in affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to akc.org.


How long does it take for chocolate to get out of a dog's system?

While dogs reach peak serum (the non-cell part of blood) levels of caffeine after 30-60 minutes and eliminate half of an ingested dose in 4.5 hours, they don't reach peak serum levels of theobromine until after 10 hours and take 17.5 hours to eliminate half of it.

When should I take my dog to the vet after eating chocolate?

If the ingestion was hours ago and severe symptoms are present, hospitalization and medical therapy are warranted. It's important to call your veterinarian immediately if any symptoms occur.

Can chocolate affect dogs days later?

If a dog ingests theobromine they may develop vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, tremors, seizures, increased heart rate, arrhythmias (abnormal heart beats) or even death. The effects can develop within hours and can last for several days.

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