Ethanol / Drinking Alcohol
DangerAll forms of alcohol toxic. Even small amounts cause CNS depression, respiratory failure, and metabolic acidosis.
Quick Answer: Is Ethanol / Drinking Alcohol Toxic to Dogs or Cats?
Use this short answer first, then read symptoms and what to do next.
Is Ethanol / Drinking Alcohol toxic to dogs?
Yes. Treat Ethanol / Drinking Alcohol as an emergency risk for dogs. Call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away after exposure.
Is Ethanol / Drinking Alcohol toxic to cats?
Yes. Treat Ethanol / Drinking Alcohol as an emergency risk for cats. Call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away after exposure.
Symptoms to watch for
Vomiting, incoordination, depression, low body temperature, respiratory failure, coma, death
What should I do now?
EMERGENCY. Rush to vet. Respiratory support and IV fluids needed.
Dogs
Emergency risk
Cats
Emergency risk
Risk level
Danger
Symptoms
Vomiting, incoordination, depression, low body temperature, respiratory failure, coma, death
What to do now
EMERGENCY. Rush to vet. Respiratory support and IV fluids needed.
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Open hubSymptoms to Watch For
Vomiting, incoordination, depression, low body temperature, respiratory failure, coma, death
What to Do
EMERGENCY. Rush to vet. Respiratory support and IV fluids needed.
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