Can Dogs Eat Chocolate?
🔴 Toxic — call a vet
No. Chocolate contains theobromine, which dogs cannot process well. Darker chocolate is the most dangerous.
How much is okay?
Risk depends on your dog's weight and the type of chocolate. Use our calculator for a quick read on how serious it is.
Symptoms to watch for
- •Vomiting and diarrhea
- •Restlessness and fast heartbeat
- •Tremors
- •Seizures in severe cases
If your dog already ate it
Use the Chocolate Toxicity Calculator to gauge the risk, then call your vet or a poison hotline if it is anything above low risk.
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Frequently asked questions
How much chocolate is dangerous for a dog?
It depends on your dog's size and the chocolate type. Baking chocolate and cocoa powder are far more dangerous than milk chocolate. Our calculator gives you a quick estimate.
Sources: Merck Veterinary Manual, VCA Animal Hospitals. This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, ask your vet.
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