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Sunday, December 29, 2013

What makes chocolate toxic in pet, anyway?

What makes chocolate toxic, anyway?

Chocolate is made from the fruit (beans) of the cacao tree. Theobromine, a component of chocolate, is a toxic compound in chocolate. Caffeine is also present in chocolate and a toxic component, but in much smaller amounts than Theobromine. Both Theobromine and Caffeine are members of a drug class called Methylxanines.

Theobromine and caffeine effects on the body:
  • Central Nervous System (CNS) stimulant
  • Cardiovascular stimulant
  • Increase blood pressure (mild)
  • Nausea and vomiting
Why isn't chocolate toxic to humans?
Humans can break down and excrete Theobromine much more efficiently than dogs. The half life of Theobromine in the dog is long; approximately 17.5 hours.
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