While this depends on the type of chocolate, it can take only 0.3 ounces of concentrated chocolate per pound of body weight to kill a dog. Milder types of chocolates vary from 0.5 to 2 ounces. This is because chocolates contain theobromine, which is a lethal chemical for dogs.
How much chocolate does it take to be lethal to a dog?
Cardiac symptoms of chocolate toxicity occur around 40 to 50 mg/kg, and seizures occur at dosages greater than 60 mg/kg. In simpler terms, that means a very concerning dose of chocolate is approximately one ounce of milk chocolate per pound of body weight.
How long after a dog eats chocolate will they be OK?
How long does it take a dog to recover after eating chocolate? It can take up to three days for a dog to recover from chocolate poisoning.
What do I do if my dog eats chocolate?
What to do if your dog eats a dangerous amount of chocolate? Call your vet for advice or, out of hours, your nearest Vets Now. It will help your vet if you can tell them how much chocolate your dog ate, what type it was — wrappers can be very helpful — and when your dog ate it.
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