My Dog Ate Fudge What Should I Do?

Reviewed By Kim •  Updated: 12/21/22 •  3 min read
Dog Severe Toxicity Level
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My Dog Ate Fudge What Should I Do?

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Fudge is a popular treat, especially around the holidays! Many of us love fudge for its creamy texture and great taste. But what happens if a dog eats fudge?

Has your dog eaten fudge? Are you worried the fudge will make your dog sick? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We understand it can be scary when your dog eats something like this.

We’ve gathered information about fudge and whether it can make a dog sick. Let’s get started!

It is strongly recommended to contact a Pet Poison Helpline or your veterinarian.

What is Fudge?

Fudge is a candy that’s made with various ingredients, including sugar, butter, and milk. Some people also make this wonderful confection with nuts, fruit, caramel, and more. You make fudge at home, though you can also buy commercially prepared fudge. No matter what, fudge tastes great!

Sometimes people even give fudge as a gift, especially over the holidays. It’s also made and sold in tourist areas and other places. This is something that tastes great and is extremely popular!

While fudge is safe for humans (in moderation—but who can stop at one piece?), what about dogs? Can dogs get sick from eating fudge?

Fudge & Dogs

Unfortunately, fudge is not healthy for dogs, and some versions contain ingredients that can make a dog very sick. For instance, sugar and fats are extremely unhealthy for dogs. Too much sugar can cause digestive symptoms in dogs. And the fat can also cause pancreatitis, a very dangerous condition that causes a dog’s pancreas to swell and become inflamed.

In addition, some types of fudge contain chocolate. Chocolate fudge is probably one of the most popular types of candy around. And chocolate is toxic to dogs. It contains two substances, theobromine & caffeine, that are toxic to dogs.

Symptoms of Fudge Ingestion in Dogs

If your dog has eaten fudge that contains chocolate, you may notice these symptoms:

If you notice these or other symptoms in your dog, call the vet immediately. This is an emergency. 

Treatment of Fudge ingestion in Dogs

Treatment depends on your dog’s symptoms and the ingredients in the fudge. If the fudge was made with chocolate, the vet might treat your dog by inducing vomiting or activated charcoal. They will also treat other symptoms as they arise.

If your canine companion shows signs of other conditions caused by the fudge, the vet will treat these as necessary. Thankfully, vets have medications to stop diarrhea and vomiting, as well as other troubling symptoms.

The good news is that most dogs will make a full recovery after eating fudge! However, the prognosis is best for dogs that receive prompt medical attention. And in the future, it’s best to keep all fudge and other yummy human treats out of your dog’s reach. You’ll both be happier for it!

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Kim

Kim is a talented author, who loves animals especially dogs. She engaged in writing books and articles relating to animals a decade ago. Kim resides in Chicago with her husband and son. The family is the proud owner of a dog and a parrot (Jack and Lily). Kim wanted more than these two pets, but her husband put his foot down... She often visits elementary schools to talk to the kids about what she learned about pets and how they could learn from them.

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