Is weed bad for cats?

The fact is marijuana — the Cannabis Sativa L. plant — is toxic to dogs, cats and horses, according to the ASPCA’s animal poison directory. Symptoms of ingestion include: lack of coordination, dilated pupils, depression, vomiting, lethargy and hyperactivity.

What happens if an animal eats weed?

After consuming marijuana, dogs typically show clinical signs within 30 to 90 minutes. Signs include wobbliness and incoordination, drowsiness, jitteriness, restlessness and hypersensitivity to touch, sound and lights, meaning they startle easily. Dogs may urinate on themselves, have low heart rates and dilated pupils.

How long does weed stay in a cat’s system?

Symptoms of marijuana toxicity can be seen anywhere from 5 minutes to 12 hours after the animal is exposed to the toxin. These symptoms can persist for 30 minutes to several days depending on the dose ingested and the size of your pet.

Are cats attracted to weed?

Dogs and cats seem to be attracted to the smell of marijuana, and being a small furry creature, they have no sense of portion control and will ingest whatever is in front of them. Weed in edibles only enhances the chances it will be eaten.

What if my dog ate a gram of weed?

Don’t Be Scared to Take Your Dog to the Vet If you suspect that your dog ate marijuana, seek immediate veterinary care, without hesitation. Your pet’s health is more important than any embarrassment you might feel, and it’s critical to be honest with your veterinarian.

What happens if my dog eats weed?

These may include incoordination, drunk walking, tiredness, urinary incontinence (or inability to control urination), seizures, and other neurological symptoms, according to Ochoa. In very rare instances, eating too much marijuana can lead to a coma or be fatal for a dog.

What happens if a dog eats an eighth of weed?

Although dogs very rarely die from marijuana toxicity, it’s a serious condition requiring immediate veterinary care. “They often become ataxic, have a wobbly gait, and might seem light-sensitive, blinking and looking around a lot,” Drobatz says.