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Dog ate coffee — is it dangerous?

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Yes, coffee is toxic to dogs. If your dog has ingested coffee, contact your veterinarian or pet poison control immediately.

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About COFFEE

Freshly roasted coffee refers to coffee beans that have been recently roasted for optimal flavor and aroma. It is typically found in coffee shops, specialty stores, and home kitchens where coffee enthusiasts prepare and consume fresh coffee brews. For pets, especially cats and dogs, freshly roasted coffee is not safe. It contains caffeine, a stimulant that is toxic to both cats and dogs. Ingestion of coffee grounds, beans, or brewed coffee can lead to symptoms such as restlessness, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, and potentially life-threatening conditions like seizures or cardiac arrest. It's crucial to keep freshly roasted coffee and related products out of reach of pets to prevent accidental ingestion and associated health risks.

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Related Information

Dr. Kamala Freeman

Dr. Kamala Freeman

DVMEmergency Veterinarian

Dr. Kamala Freeman is an emergency veterinarian with extensive experience in urgent pet care and toxicity cases. She works at an emergency veterinary hospital treating pets exposed to poisons, toxins, and other life-threatening emergencies.

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