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My 6-month Chihuahua puppy ate an energy diet pill. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | 6 months and 14 days old | 3 lbs

My 6 month old Chihuahua ate a half of a stackers pill which is a energy pill for someone on a diet. He weighs 3-5 lbs.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 19th, 2019

Thank you for the clarification. These contain caffeine, which is toxic to dogs. Given Baby's small size, it wouldn't take as much caffeine to cause a problem. You still need to get her into a vet immediately.

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