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Check if my dog is in dangerWhat to do right now
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Stop your dog from eating any more
Move them away from the source. Don't try to make them vomit unless a vet tells you to.
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Run the 90-second toxicity check
We calculate your dog's exact risk level based on weight, amount eaten, and time since ingestion.
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Call your vet or pet poison hotline with the results
Bring the report — it gives them the exact dose math and timing they need.
Common signs of poisoning in dogs
- Sudden vomiting or diarrhea — especially if repeated or with blood — is the most common early sign.
- Tremors, seizures, or wobbly walking suggest neurological toxins (rodenticide, antifreeze, certain meds).
- Pale, yellow, or bright red gums signal serious internal damage and need immediate care.
- Many toxins have a delayed onset — your dog can look fine for hours, then crash quickly.
Symptom severity guide
Emergency — go now
- • Seizures or tremors
- • Collapsed or unresponsive
- • Difficulty breathing
- • Pale, yellow, or bluish gums
- • Bloody vomit, stool, or urine
- • Not urinating
Watch closely
- • Vomiting or diarrhea
- • Lethargy, weakness
- • Loss of appetite
- • Excessive drooling
- • Excessive thirst or urination
- • Restlessness or hyperactivity
Based on ASPCA, Merck Veterinary Manual, and published toxicology references.
Frequently asked
How quickly do poisoning symptoms appear in dogs?
It varies — some toxins (xylitol, antifreeze) act within 30 minutes, while others (chocolate, grapes, rodenticide) can take 6–72 hours. Don't wait for symptoms to confirm — run the check now.
Run the check for your dogWhat if I don't know what my dog ate?
Use the check anyway — selecting 'unknown substance' plus current symptoms still gives you an urgency tier and vet talking points.
Run the check for your dogShould I go straight to the emergency vet?
If your dog has any red-flag symptom (seizure, collapse, breathing trouble, pale gums), go now. Otherwise, run the 90-second check first to know how urgent this really is.
Run the check for your dogCan I just wait and see?
Most poisonings are far more treatable in the first 1–2 hours. Waiting is the single biggest factor in poor outcomes. Get an honest risk assessment right now.
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