Question 1

Is marijuana or THC fatal to dogs and cats?

Accepted Answer

THC alone is rarely fatal — most pets recover with supportive care — but it causes significant illness, and high doses or concentrates can be serious. The bigger danger with edibles is the other ingredients, such as chocolate or xylitol, which can be deadly.

Question 2

What are the signs my pet ate THC?

Accepted Answer

Common signs are wobbliness and incoordination, dribbling urine, dilated pupils, lethargy, over-reacting to sound or touch, a slow heart rate, and sometimes vomiting, usually within 30 minutes to a few hours.

Question 3

My dog ate a marijuana edible — what should I do?

Accepted Answer

Treat it as urgent and find out exactly what the edible contained. Chocolate, xylitol, and raisins in edibles can be more dangerous than the THC. Call your veterinarian or an animal poison control line (ASPCA 888-426-4435, Pet Poison Helpline 855-764-7661), and be honest about the cannabis — they won't report you, and it helps them treat your pet.

Question 4

Is CBD toxic to pets?

Accepted Answer

Pure CBD is non-intoxicating and generally low-toxicity, but some CBD products are contaminated with THC, and CBD or THC products can contain xylitol. If your pet ate a CBD product, check the ingredients and call a vet if you're unsure.

Did your pet eat marijuana or THC?