My puppy ate dark chocolate. Is it serious or just an upset stomach?

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My puppy ate 2 dark chocolate fun size kit kat bars together it’s 56 grams he’s about 4 months and I’m Not sure if I should worry or if she is gonna be fine and just have an upset tummy. Pet's info: Dog | Maltipoo | Female | unspayed | 7 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

An ounce of dark chocolate can lead to serious theobromine toxicity in a dog of Candy's size. The bars aren't all chocolate, however there may still be enough to cause illness. If she just ate them, have her seen by your veterinarian or at the nearest veterinary ER. Either can induce vomiting via injection to get the chocolate out. Activated charcoal may be given after to further reduce absorption. This is best done within 2 hours of ingestion. They may keep her overnight for observation. Symptoms to monitor for include vomiting, tremors/seizures, abnormal heart rhythms, increased heart rate or high body temperature.

My puppy ate dark chocolate. Is it serious or just an upset stomach?

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