My puppy ate Nutella. Is it toxic? What symptoms should I watch for?

Nutella can be toxic not because of the amount of chocolate (which is known to be minimal) but for the fat content (the same for maple syrup). Toxicity would depend on his size/weight and amount ingested. Gastrointestinal signs like vomiting and diarrhoea will probably occur but you should not notice anything else if the quantity ingested is minimal (please give us more indications about it). As a general approach I would recommend close monitoring and withhold food for the next 12 hours. Start feeding with a bland diet based on boiled chicken and rice in small portion every 6 hours for the following 48hours. Then gradually reintroduce the normal diet over 5 days. I would definitively recommend a veterinary check up if you notice diarrhoea, vomiting, lethargy or inappetence or any other sign you may be worried about. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Lala. Nutella is high in fat and calories. This can cause gastrointestinal upset in a dog. There is a small amount of chocolate as well. This has the potential to cause toxicity, but the amount was likely too small given her size. However, I do recommend that she sees a veterinarian, especially if the vomiting continues. Pancreatitis is another complication and this can be serious. Inflammation of the pancreas is commonly triggered by high fat foods. I hope this information helps!

A teaspoon of Nutella should not put Buba at risk of serious [chocolate](https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/chocolate) toxicity. A 16lb dog would need to eat 5 or more ounces of milk chocolate to be at risk of serious toxicity. At worst, you may see some vomiting or diarrhea. These can typically be managed at home with a short fast followed by a bland diet fed in small, frequent amounts until symptoms resolve. Transition slowly to the regular diet afterwards. Monitor for lethargy, persistent stomach upset, loss of appetite, restlessness, increased heart rate or tremors. These symptoms should be addressed by your veterinarian as they may be signs of [chocolate poisoning](https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-things-you-should-know-about-chocolate-poisoning).

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Ellie. The chocolate content in the gelato is likely too low to cause any toxicity. The fat content may lead to an upset stomach for her though. If she develops any significant vomiting or diarrhea or neurological issues which can occur with chocolate ingestion (stumbling around, tremors or agitation), she will need to see her veterinarian. She will likely be just fine, but watch her closely. I hope this information helps!

None of those nuts are specifically toxic, though the high fat content could cause some vomiting, diarrhea, or pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas that can cause a lot of pain and vomiting). If she starts vomiting and vomits more than twice in a 12 hour period, if she starts acting painful or lethargic, or she’s having watery diarrhea, take her in to your vet. In the meantime, just keep an eye on her, and offer her a bland diet of boiled chicken and white rice for the next couple of days. Thanks for asking PetCoach! https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/people-foods-avoid-feeding-your-pets?ms=MP_PMK_GGPoisonControl&initialms=MP_PMK_GGPoisonControl&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3IPgBRCAARIsABb-iGK6a0HKyEPFYkafqgzjdgfuy307T6_LE2h8_h7SXDJfP4kR8rQ9F80aAn4FEALw_wcB

Dazey will be fine! If she did not eat a lot, this shouldn't cause any problems. The issue would be if she ate a lot, then that could cause pancreatitis. I'd just watch her to be safe. If you see vomiting, abdominal pain, a hunched up appearance, lethargy, or a loss of appetite, take her into a vet immediately. I hope this helps!

The oil isn't toxic, but it can cause vomiting and/or diarrhea. Some dogs can develop pancreatitis, which can cause illness that lasts for several days. If Narla is sick for more than 12-24 hours, she should get checked out by the vet. Her stools may be loose and greasy for a few days as the oil passes through.