My dog drank castor oil. What should I do, is a small amount safe?

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My dog just drank about 1/16 cup of castor oil... WHAT DO I DO?!?! Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund miniature | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 20 days old | 7 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

That is a small amount of oil, and while Percy should be ok, I would keep an eye on him to be safe. Oil is a fat, and too much fat can cause pancreatitis in dogs. Symptoms of pancreatitis include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, and anorexia. If you see any of those signs, rush him into a vet immediately because pancreatitis is very serious. Best of luck.

My dog drank castor oil. What should I do, is a small amount safe?

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