My dog drank castor oil. What should I do, is a small amount safe?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund miniature | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 20 days old | 7 lbs
My dog just drank about 1/16 cup of castor oil... WHAT DO I DO?!?!
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Published on October 10th, 2018
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.
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Published on February 18th, 2017
It can be quite serious if Sarah ate oil. Cooking oil is very high in fat, which can lead to pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is fatal without treatment, and requires intensive hospitalization to treat. If she ate motor oil, it can be toxic in large enough amounts. If Sarah ate oil, I would take her into the vet immediately. The vet can determine the appropriate treatment based on the the of oil eaten.
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