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My dog ate a chili pepper leaf. Is it toxic or will he be okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 8 days old | 15.43 lbs

my dog ate a small leaf of chili pepper is it lethal?

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on June 16th, 2019

The leaf may burn her mouth, but she'd have to eat a lot of them for it to be lethal. She may experience some gastrointestinal effects, such as diarrhea and vomiting, and if these symptoms persist more than 24 hours get her in to see the vet.

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