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Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, which are toxic to dogs. The severity of toxicity depends on the type of chocolate and the dog's size. This calculator helps determine the safe amount of chocolate a dog can consume without serious health risks.
The calculator uses the chocolate toxicity formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the maximum amount of chocolate (in grams) that a dog can safely consume based on their body weight and the theobromine content of the chocolate.
Details: Chocolate toxicity can cause vomiting, diarrhea, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, seizures, and even death in severe cases. Knowing the safe consumption limit helps prevent chocolate poisoning in dogs.
Tips: Enter the dog's weight in kilograms and the theobromine content of the chocolate in mg/g. Common theobromine values: milk chocolate (2.4 mg/g), dark chocolate (5.5 mg/g), baking chocolate (16 mg/g).
Q1: What are symptoms of chocolate poisoning in dogs?
A: Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, restlessness, increased heart rate, tremors, seizures, and in severe cases, death.
Q2: How quickly do symptoms appear after ingestion?
A: Symptoms typically appear within 6-12 hours after ingestion but can occur as soon as 1-2 hours.
Q3: What should I do if my dog eats too much chocolate?
A: Contact your veterinarian immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a professional.
Q4: Are some dogs more susceptible to chocolate toxicity?
A: Yes, smaller dogs, puppies, and dogs with pre-existing health conditions are at higher risk.
Q5: Is white chocolate safe for dogs?
A: White chocolate contains very little theobromine and is less dangerous, but it's still not recommended due to high fat and sugar content.