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My puppy licked carpet cleaner. Is it toxic? What should I do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Alaskan Malamute | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 5 days old | 20 lbs

Zeus (my puppy) is only 4 months old. He made a mistake in the house and I used Woolite OXY carpet clean meant for pet stains and more to clean up his mess. I turned my back and he was licking it! There was some water in the bottle to dilute I believe. I'm just so worried he will get sick! I hope that a small lick or two won't kill him

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 24th, 2017

Oh no, that was naughty of Zeus to lick up the carpet cleaner! Given that it was diluted by water and he only had a small lick, he should be fine. Because it causes hydrogen peroxide it can cause some GI upset in the form of vomiting, and I would monitor him for now. If you do see vomiting, anorexia, or lethargy, have Zeus seen by a vet immediately for a health check.

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