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My 13lb dog ate a chocolate granola bar. Is this an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | 3 years and 7 months old | 13 lbs

My dog at a chocolate chip granola bar. He weighs approximately 13#. I gave him hydrogen peroxide one tsp. Hasn't vomited deem fine? Should i worry

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Answered By Amy S. Eutsey, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 6th, 2020

Hello. The amount of chocolate in those granola bars is not enough to be toxic. The most I would expect would possibly be loose stools and maybe some nausea from the peroxide. I think Bandits will be fine !!

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on February 27th, 2022

    The amount of chocolate chips is not likely a toxic amount for a 37lb dog. At worst, you may see some vomiting and/or diarrhea. As long as Pearl is behaving normally otherwise, you may be able to manage symptoms at home with a 24 hour fast followed by a bland diet fed in small, frequent amounts until symptoms resolve. Transition slowly to her regular diet afterwards. Monitor for persistent vomiting/diarrhea, lethargy, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, tremors, seizures, hyperactivity or fast/irregular heart rate. These symptoms should be addressed by your veterinarian.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 12th, 2016

    I think Nita will be ok, given there typically isn't a lot of chocolate in granola bars. Given that almonds are not easily digested by dogs, you may see some GI upset. If you do see GI upset, I recommend a home remedy. Withhold food for 12-24 hours, then feed a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in her normal diet.

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