Can dogs eat chocolate and will they die?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

Can dogs eat chocolate and will they die?

Dogs cannot eat chocolate. Excessive consumption of chocolate will cause the dog to be poisoned and die. There is a substance in chocolate called theobromine. This substance can cause poisoning to dogs, so parents should not give chocolate to dogs. , any other food containing theobromine cannot be given to dogs.

Tip:

Dogs have a relatively simple intestines and stomach and can only digest some simple foods. It is best not to give them to dogs because our human food is too complex.