Dogs eat chocolate. Chocolate is a high-fat food for us, but some friends think that chocolate is very nutritious because they love dogs very much, so they feed their dogs chocolate. It is not advisable for dogs to eat chocolate. And it is also very harmful to dogs. As for the reasons, I will give you a good introduction to the specific hazards of eating chocolate for dogs. I believe everyone will understand why they should not eat chocolate for dogs.
Why is chocolate bad for dogs?
Chocolate is processed from cocoa beans and contains a variety of methylxanthine derivatives, including caffeine and theobromine. Chocolate contains theobromine, which acts on the puppy‘s central nervous system and heart muscle, thereby poisoning the dog. Humans and cats can metabolize theobromine, but dogs’ digestive systems do not. Some types of chocolate are particularly high in these substances, with baking and dark chocolate having the highest levels of methylxanthine, and white chocolate having the lowest. For a dog weighing about 7 pounds, one pound of milk chocolate is enough to cause symptoms of poisoning. Methylxanthine stimulates a dog’s central nervous system, causing its heart rate to skyrocket, causing a variety of poisoning symptoms.
What are the symptoms of chocolate poisoning?
Dogs who feel unwell after eating chocolate will show signs such as hyperactivity, extreme excitement, difficulty breathing, vomiting and diarrhea, and increased urination. The health hazards of chocolate to dogs are mainly determined by the weight of the dog and the content of theobromine in the chocolate. Among them, theobromine content in dark chocolate is higher. Here are a few of the main symptoms that can let you know your dog has chocolate poisoning. The most common symptoms are irritability, increased urination, increased heart rate, moderate to severe anxiety, seizures, asthma attacks, bloating, gastrointestinal distress, severe thirst, and increased body temperature. If you notice any of these symptoms in your dog, it’s best to take it to the veterinarian immediately. These symptoms generally appear six to twelve hours after eating chocolate. Even if your dog doesn’t show any symptoms after eating chocolate, it’s still best to see a veterinarian.
What should a dog do after eating chocolate? After a dog eats chocolate, the best way is to induce vomiting. But it’s best to consult your veterinarian before inducing vomiting, most veterinarians will tell you what to do based on the type and severity of your dog’s symptoms. If your veterinarian recommends that you induce vomiting immediately, your doctor will usually remind you to put some water (hydrogen oxide) in your dog’s mouth first. In addition to inducing vomiting, first aid measures that veterinarians can take include administering activated charcoal to absorb residual toxins. This treatment is usually very effective and relieves your dog’s pain very quickly.
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