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Chocolate / cocoa

Theobromine and caffeine

Documented data setCan be life-threatening – call a veterinarian immediately.

Risk depends on cocoa content, amount, the dog's weight and health. Dark chocolate and cocoa powder are especially concentrated. Signs can range from vomiting and agitation to abnormal heart rhythm, tremors and seizures.

What now?

Have the packaging and cocoa percentage ready. Do not use an online dose estimate as reassurance; let a veterinarian assess it.

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