Coffee, tea and caffeinated products
SeriousCall us; the vet will adviseFood
Especially affected animals: Dog, Cat
Why it is dangerous
Cats and dogs are more sensitive to caffeine than humans are. Licking coffee, tea or cola once or twice usually does not cause poisoning; however, coffee beans, unused ground coffee, tea bags, energy drinks or caffeine supplements can cause serious poisoning.
Possible signs
- Restlessness, excessive activity
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Fast or irregular heartbeat
- Tremors
- Seizures
What to do
Take the product's packaging and note how much your pet ate. Call your veterinarian immediately; if your pet ate a supplement or beans, do not wait for symptoms. Do not try to make your pet vomit unless the veterinarian tells you to.