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My pug ate Haribo gummy candy. Should I worry and what should I do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 11 months and 28 days old | 23 lbs

My pug (male, will turn one in a couple of days) recently ate a small packet of haribo sweets. What do I do?

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Dr. Strydom, DVM

Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 26th, 2017

I'm assuming these are gummy sweets? If so, I would not worry - they are not toxic. The most that may happen is a bit of vomiting and/or diarrhea due to the high sugar content. If that happens usually the symptoms are self-limiting - meaning they will resolve on their own. If they don't, then a vet visit would be needed.

My recommendation is to just monitor him for now and if you see anything that you are worried about then get him to your vet for an exam.

I hope this helps. Best wishes to you and Toby!
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