Emergency Toxicology

Dog Ate Chocolate? Emergency Protocol & Clinical Timeline

Reviewed by PetCalculatorHub Toxicology Panel • Updated October 2026

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The Immediate 4-Step Action Checklist

  1. Step 1: Secure Packaging: Note net weight and cocoa percentage.
  2. Step 2: Calculate Toxicity: Check if dose exceeds 20 mg/kg.
  3. Step 3: Call Poison Helplines: ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661.
  4. Step 4: Do Not Induce Vomiting Without Vet Guidance: Risk of aspiration pneumonia or esophageal burns.
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