Is Marijuana Toxic to Pets?
Yes — marijuana is toxic to cats. Yes — marijuana is toxic to dogs. Yes — marijuana is toxic to horses.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Scientific name
- Cannabis sativa
- Toxic compound
- THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)
- Toxic parts
- Leaves, buds, edibles and oils
- Also known as
- cannabis, weed, pot, thc edibles
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Dogs (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Horses (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
What to do
If your cat ate marijuana
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your dog ate marijuana
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your horse ate marijuana
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your horse ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
Good to know
Pets exposed to cannabis, especially edibles, can become wobbly, sleepy, dribble urine and have a slow heart rate. Edibles may also contain chocolate or xylitol.
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Frequently asked questions
Is marijuana toxic to cats?
Yes — marijuana is toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is marijuana toxic to dogs?
Yes — marijuana is toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is marijuana toxic to horses?
Yes — marijuana is toxic to horses. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Which parts of marijuana are toxic?
Leaves, buds, edibles and oils.
What makes marijuana toxic?
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol).
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