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CHOCOLATE TOXICITY ๐ ๐๐ซ๐ฅ Chocolate contains a chemical, THEOBROMINE, that is toxic to dogs. Dogs cannot metabolize this chemical as well as people.
If your pet eats chocolate, you can call Healing Hearts Emergency Animal Hospital! (949)409-0333 ๐ซ๐ช๐ฉ We can answer your questions and help you know whether your pet should be seen by an emergency veterinarian ๐ฑโ๏ธ๐
What signs could point to chocolate toxicity? Clinical signs may vary on the amount and type of chocolates ingested. For many patients, the most common clinical signs are vomiting, diarrhea, increased thirst, panting, restlessness, excessive urination, and a racing heart rate with or without arrthymias. ๐พ
In severe cases, symptoms may include muscle tremors, seizures, and/or possibly even death.
Clinical signs of chocolate poisoning may take hours to develop and last days. This is why it important to have your pet examined and call your local emergency veterinarian at the first thought of chcocolate ingestion. โฐโฐโฐ
Families can call PET POISON HELPLINE (800)213-6680 or ASPCA POISON CONTROL (888)426-4435 as well. They are available 24/7 and do charge a small consultation fee may apply but you get to speak directly to a veterinarian.
Treatments depend on the amount and type of chocolate ingested, weight of your pet, and how long ago it was ingested.
If you think your pet may have ingested chocolate, give us a call @ (949)409-0333 ๐๐๐ Happy Halloween from the staff and their families at Healing Hearts Emergency Animal Hospital ๐ฅ
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