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My dog ate a nickel-sized chocolate brownie. Should I be worried?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 8 years and 3 months old | 18 lbs

My 18 pound mini dachshund/mini schnauzer ate a very small portion of a chocolate brownie, about the size of a nickel. Should I be worried? He's acting just fine so far and doesn't seem to be bothered by it. He ate it about 30 minutes ago.

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on April 26th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is was milk chocolate then I think that Moose should be fine. Toxicity is based on type of chocolate and the weight of the amount eaten. Watch fro tummy upset: vomit, diarrhea, lethargy, not want to eat. I wish you and Moose the best!

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