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My puppy ate Vyvanse. What should I do if local vets are closed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | neutered | 3 months and 26 days old

Puppy got a hold of a Vyvanse. Most is left but broke the capsule open. 16 week old husky puppy. About 25-30 pounds. All vets near me are closed.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 5th, 2016

Vyvanse, clinical signs can be seen at 1 mg/kg in dogs; severe clinical signs (e.g., such as tremors, seizures, etc.) can be seen at 10 mg/kg. With amphetamine toxicosis, secondary stimulation of certain body systems can result in significant clinical signs: CNS (e.g., agitation, mydriasis, tremors, seizures), cardiovascular (e.g., tachycardia, hypertension), GI (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea, hypersalivating), and respiratory (e.g., panting). If your dog ingested a toxic dose, you must find an emergency vet and take him there urgently.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

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    Published on October 13th, 2017

    With Vyvanse, clinical signs can be seen at 1 mg/kg in dogs; severe clinical signs (e.g., such as tremors, seizures, etc.) can be seen at 10 mg/kg. It doesn't sounds as she could have ingested an amount close to toxic but if you suspect she is experiencing abnormal symptoms, take her to the vet ASAP.

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