My dog ate cannabis / thc edibles — what should I do?
YELLOW — Call your vet today
What to do now
- Call your regular vet today (or a poison hotline if after hours).
- Watch closely for the symptoms below; if they appear or worsen, go to an emergency vet.
- Remove any remaining material and keep packaging/labels — the vet will want product names and amounts.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control expert tells you to.
- Note the time it was eaten, roughly how much, and your dog's weight.
Why it's a problem
THC causes wobbliness, urine dribbling and sensitivity to touch; rarely fatal but edibles are concentrated and may contain chocolate or xylitol.
Symptoms to watch for
Wobbliness, dribbling urine, dilated pupils, slow heart, sensitivity to sound, sedation.
When: 30 min - 3 h; can last 72 h
⚠️ If the edible contains chocolate or xylitol, or the dog can't stand or is very sedated, treat as RED.
Frequently asked questions
Is cannabis / thc edibles dangerous for dogs?
It can be. THC causes wobbliness, urine dribbling and sensitivity to touch; rarely fatal but edibles are concentrated and may contain chocolate or xylitol. Call your vet today for advice.
What are the symptoms if my dog ate cannabis / thc edibles?
Wobbliness, dribbling urine, dilated pupils, slow heart, sensitivity to sound, sedation.
How soon do symptoms appear after a dog eats cannabis / thc edibles?
30 min - 3 h; can last 72 h
Is there anything else to know about cannabis / thc edibles?
If the edible contains chocolate or xylitol, or the dog can't stand or is very sedated, treat as RED.
What should I do if my dog ate cannabis / thc edibles?
Call your regular vet today (or a poison hotline if after hours). Watch closely for the symptoms below; if they appear or worsen, go to an emergency vet.
Who can I call for help?
ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline (855) 764-7661, both 24/7 (fees may apply), or your nearest emergency vet.
Dose guidance
Merck: mild signs from 0.3-0.5 mg/kg THC; moderate >2-3 mg/kg. Edibles often contain 10-100+ mg THC each.
Sources
- Merck Veterinary Manual: THC toxicosis
- Pet Poison Helpline: marijuana
- ASPCA Toxic & Non-Toxic Plants: marijuana
Last verified against these sources: 2026-10-13. Where sources disagree, PawPanic uses the more conservative guidance.
Also known as: marijuana, weed, pot, edible, thc gummy, vape cart, delta-8 · Category: Drug · Last reviewed 2026-10-14