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Alcohol (ethanol)
alcoholic drinks, ethanol
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Species and toxic dose
| Species | Risk | Toxic dose |
|---|---|---|
| Dog | Toxic | Not established in the open sources |
| Cat | Toxic | Not established in the open sources |
Toxic principle
Ethanol.
Onset
Usually within 30-60 minutes of drinking.
Clinical signs
Ataxia, central nervous depression, vomiting, disorientation, hypothermia, metabolic acidosis, hypoglycaemia, tremors, seizures, respiratory depression, aspiration, coma.
Organs affected
Central nervous system.
Treatment principle (for veterinarians)
Emesis is usually not advised once signs are present (short window, aspiration risk). Fluids, correction of acidosis, glucose monitoring and dextrose for hypoglycaemia, antiemetics, airway and ventilatory support; diazepam for seizures. Haemodialysis in severe cases.
In the reference: Diazepam, Maropitant
A summary of the principles in the sources, not a protocol: doses and the plan are the treating veterinarian's decision.
Notes
See also: Raw yeast bread dough
Sources
- Reference book. ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. Drunk and disorderly: ethanol and yeast dough intoxications. aspcapro.org 2025
- Scientific article. Cortinovis C, Caloni F. Household food items toxic to dogs and cats. Frontiers in Veterinary Science 3:26 2016
- Reference book. ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. People foods to avoid feeding your pets. aspca.org
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