Home βΊ Can my pet eat this? βΊ Caffeine
β Can dogs eat caffeine?
π No. It can make them ill.
π What to do right now
- Call vet immediately if grounds or tea bags ingested.
- Brewed coffee: dose-dependent.
β Don't
- Ignore ingestion of coffee grounds or used tea bags
βοΈ How much is too much?
Harmful amounts depend on your pet's body weight.
πΆ Dogs140mg/kg lethal; 1 tsp grounds ~60mg
π± CatsSimilar sensitivity
π Signs to watch for
- Restlessness
- Rapid breathing
- Heart palpitations
- Tremors
- Seizures
β±οΈ When do signs show up?
30 minβ2 hours
π¬ Why is it harmful?
Methylxanthine inhibiting adenosine receptors causing CNS stimulation. Coffee grounds and tea bags are highly concentrated.
Related
Informational triage only. Does not replace professional veterinary diagnosis. When in doubt, always call your vet.