Is Onions & Garlic Toxic to Dogs and Cats?

Toxic Compounds: N-propyl disulfide, Thiosulphate

What Happens in the Body: These compounds cause oxidative damage to red blood cells, leading to their destruction (hemolysis). This results in anemia that develops over several days.

• Lethargy and weakness
• Pale gums
• Decreased appetite
• Red or brown urine
• Rapid breathing
• Vomiting and diarrhea

1. 1

   Contact your veterinarian, especially if large amounts were consumed

2. 2

   Symptoms may be delayed 1-5 days, so monitoring is important

3. 3

   Note the type (onion, garlic, etc.) and amount eaten

4. 4

   Watch for signs of anemia over the following days

Treatment depends on severity and may include inducing vomiting (if recent), blood transfusions for severe anemia, oxygen therapy, and supportive care.