My dog ate chocolate cake. What can I do at home without a vet?

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My dog ate a medium sized chocolate cake he is 30 lbs I think I have no money for the veterinarian at all what can I do at home. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 30 lbs

Makenzie Kurth, DVM · Accepted Answer

I’m so sorry to hear about Zeke! I worry less about the chocolate content and more about the butter content triggering some pancreatitis. I expect Zeke will have some vomiting and diarrhea. If the vomiting occurs more than 3 or 4 times or for longer than 8 hours, or if Zeke is not wanting to eat by dinner time tomorrow, it’s time to see the vet. The diarrhea may last for 1-3 days but if it’s profuse or lasts more than 3 days (or worsens with time instead of improving), it’s also time to see the vet. In terms of feeding: I would not feed anything right now and if vomitjng starts, pull food and water. Reintroduce water 4 hours after the last vomiting episode and a small meal 12 hours after the last vomiting episode. Hope this helps and best of luck to you and Zeke!

My dog ate chocolate cake. What can I do at home without a vet?

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