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What kind of chocolate is toxic to dogs?

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Created: 2022-02-16 08:46:34

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The darker and more bitter the chocolate, the more dangerous it is to dogs. Baking chocolate and gourmet dark chocolate are highly concentrated and contain 130-450 mg of theobromine per ounce. Common milk chocolate only contains about 44-58 mg/ounce.


How much chocolate is poisonous to dogs?

For milk chocolate, eating more than half an ounce per pound of body weight may put your dog at risk for chocolate poisoning. For dark or semi-sweet chocolate, eating more than 0.13 ounces per pound of body weight may cause chocolate poisoning in dogs.

What is the deadliest chocolate for dogs?

Baking chocolate is the most toxic because it has 130-450 mg of theobromine per ounce. Milk chocolate has a moderate toxicity level because it has 44-58 mg per ounce. White chocolate is the least toxic because it only has 0.25 mg per ounce.

What kind of chocolate can hurt dogs?

Dark chocolate, baker's chocolate and cocoa powder is typically the most toxic. If your dog has eaten a potentially toxic amount you should call your vet or, out of hours, your nearest Vets Now.

Will my dog be OK after eating chocolate?

Chocolate is poisonous to dogs mostly because of its theobromine content, which dogs are unable to metabolize effectively. If your dog eats chocolate, you should monitor them closely and seek veterinary attention if they show any symptoms, or if they are very young, pregnant or have other health concerns.23 авг. 2019 г.

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