Toxic
Coffee / caffeine
Applies to: Dog · Cat
Stimulant; can cause hyperactivity, tremors and heart issues.
Possible symptoms
Restlessness, vomiting, rapid heart rate, tremors, seizures.
What to do
Call the vet; serious if concentrated (espresso, grounds).
Why it is a problem
Coffee, tea, energy drinks, caffeine pills and coffee grounds contain caffeine, a stimulant that can cause restlessness, a racing heart, tremors and seizures in pets. Unused coffee grounds and capsules are a concentrated source.
What a vet may do
A vet may induce vomiting if recent and give charcoal, fluids and heart monitoring.
How to prevent it
Dispose of grounds, tea bags and capsules in a closed bin and keep drinks out of reach.
Poisoning or emergency. PatiTools is not an emergency service. If signs are serious, go or call now.