07/07/2022
Chocolate might be the perfect treat for a human’s sweet tooth, but it can be harmful to dogs.
Why? The ingredient theobromine (a bitter-tasting alkaloid found in cocoa and chocolate) plus caffeine are metabolized slowly in dogs which allows toxic build up in their systems. While the severity depends on the size of the pet and the amount consumed, it’s best to avoid chocolate altogether.
Check out the toxicity meter from our friends at Merck Veterinary Manual () for more information.