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My cat ate my dog's phenobarbital. Is this an emergency for her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Cat ate dogs phenobarbitals 16.2 is that too much

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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 5th, 2018

Hello, thank you for your question. Without knowing the weight of your cat it is very hard to know what possible side effects are expected. Generally, phenobarbital when giving at a higher dosage than expected can lead to sedation. You may also notice that your cat is drinking/urinating more and has an increased appetite. If your cat develops any symptoms such as severe vomiting, sedation, weakness, or collapse I would recommend seeking veterinary care. Hope this helps!

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