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My dog accidentally ate gabapentin. What signs should I watch for?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cane Corso | Female | spayed | 1 year and 10 months old | 110 lbs

What are the signs that my dog ate a gabapentin?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on September 14th, 2020

If Arya ate gabapentin, the most likely side effects you would see are sedation and ataxia (difficulty walking). Luckily there have been no serious safety issues reported in cats. You could also see some GI issues like vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. I hope this helps.

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