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My dog ate marijuana and is jerking. Should I take her to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Akbash Dog | Female | unspayed | 5 years old | 20 lbs

My dog is. Mix. Small black dog. 5years old. She. Are a small bud of weed. And now is. Worrying me. Don't move much and is. Jerking

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Answered By Stacey Anstaett, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 17th, 2019

I hope Roxy seems to be acting more like herself now. Typically the effects of marijuana will start to subside over 12-24 hours. It is important to keep you dog in a. safe place, where she can't fall or harm herself, until she is acting normally. Ideally, an ER visit is recommended in these dogs, as they can be severe enough that they are at risk of low blood pressure, low body temperature, and can possibly aspirate. If Roxy is still experiencing symptoms, please have her seen by a vet. Here is a great article on marijuana toxicity for future reference. https://www.aspca.org/news/pets-and-marijuana-keeping-your-furry-friends-safe Thank you for asking PetCoach!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

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    Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Roxy. Weed is toxic to dogs, and it sounds like she is experiencing a reaction to it. You need to take her into a vet immediately as this is an emergency. Please take her into an ER vet now.

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