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My dog ate a lychee seed. Is it poisonous? What should I do next?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Can 12 pound dog eat a lychee seed ? She did and i am concerned if she will be ok

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 29th, 2018

Lychee seeds are large and can cause cyanide intoxication (like most seeds), she is quite small so even one seed could potentially cause a toxic reaction. if this happens in the past 2-3 hours i would recommend taking her to the vet in order to have an injection to induce vomiting, better safe than sorry.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 29th, 2018

    Yes there is definitely a reason to be concerned, cyanide toxicity is a common problem after ingesting large seeds, you should take her to the vet if you see any of the following symptoms: drowsiness sudden change in behavior unusual odor pill fragments on the lips or clothes excessive drooling vomiting a confused mental state listlessness

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