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Dogs, like most humans, love the smell of chocolate. You may think that you are giving your dog a treat by occasionally offering it a small piece of chocolate. In fact, chocolate is toxic to Dogs and should not be given to them at all.
Even small amounts of theobromine, an ingredient in chocolate, can cause vomiting and restlessness in pets. Larger doses can be fatal. While most pet owners expect a dog to develop an upset stomach after eating a large amount of chocolate, few realize its toxic potential. The lethal dose of theobromine depends on the size of the dog and the type of chocolate. Ounce for ounce, baking chocolate has six to nine times as much of the substance as milk chocolate does. Estimates of the smallest amounts that can be fatal are:
While a very small amount of chocolate may not harm some Dogs, it's safest to avoid giving it to them at all. If an accident occurs, a veterinarian should be consulted. Treatment may require inducing vomiting, stabilizing the animal's heartbeat and respiration, controlling seizures and slowing the absorption of theobromine. If the animal already is comatose, its stomach may need to be pumped. The toxicity in chocolate affects the heart and the ner vous system of your dog. The two main elements that cause this toxicity in Dogs are caffeine and theobromine. If you suspect your pet is suffering from toxic poisoning take it to your local vet immediately. Make sure that chocolate, of any kind, is always kept well out of reach of your dog, this includes white chocolate. Related Articles Please Bookmark us: 
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This information is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your pet's vet. It may be necessary to consult your pet's vet regarding the applicability of any opinions or recommendations with respect to your pet's care and concerns, symptoms or medical condition.
