Fermenting yeast produces alcohol which can compound the medical problem with a case of
dog alcohol poisoning.
Not exact matches
If you believe your
dog has
alcohol poisoning, he or she should be monitored by a veterinarian until recovered.
Dogs will show signs of being drunk, and in extreme cases can die of
alcohol poisoning.
According to the ASPCA
POISON CONTROL CENTER «alcoholic beverages and food products containing
alcohol should never be given to
dogs.»
Join Pet
Poison Helpline's Drs. Ahna Brutlag and Justine Lee as they discuss some common toxins seen around the holidays poisonous to cats and
dogs, including: poinsettias, lilies, mistletoe,
alcohol, unbaked bread dough, grapes, raisins, fatty table scraps and human medications.
For safety's sake, keep these temptations (including partially eaten plates of food and half - empty glasses) out of reach of your
dog to avoid intoxication and
alcohol poisoning.
If your
dog consumes more than a few sips of
alcohol, he can experience dangerous drops in blood sugar, blood
alcohol poisoning, seizures, and even death.
Alcohol has similar effects in
dogs and humans, according to the Pet
Poison Helpline.
Alcohol poisoning is surprisingly common in
dogs and cats, and incidences swell around the holiday season.
If your
dog has been exposed to beer and starts to show symptoms of drunkenness or
alcohol poisoning, it would be wise to take them to the veterinarian as soon as possible.
If your
dog has consumed beer and starts to behave strangely, take them to see a veterinarian —
alcohol poisoning is a medical emergency.
However, cases of
alcohol poisoning in
dogs have been reported after
dogs have ingested rotten apples, sloe berries used to make sloe gin, and uncooked bread and pizza dough, all of which contain the compound.