Is Nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) Toxic to Pets?
Yes — nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) is toxic to cats. Yes — nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) is toxic to dogs.
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.
- Toxic compound
- Nicotine
- Toxic parts
- E-liquid, cartridges, gum, patches, cigarette butts
- Also known as
- vape juice, cigarettes, nicotine gum
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Drooling
- Agitation
- Fast heart rate
- Tremors
- Seizures
Dogs (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Drooling
- Agitation
- Fast heart rate
- Tremors
- Seizures
What to do
If your cat ate nicotine (vapes, gum, patches)
- 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 nicotine (vapes, gum, patches)
- 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.
Good to know
Nicotine is rapidly absorbed. Vape liquid, gum and patches are concentrated, and nicotine gum may also contain xylitol.
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Frequently asked questions
Is nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) toxic to cats?
Yes — nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) is toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, drooling, agitation.
Is nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) toxic to dogs?
Yes — nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) is toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, drooling, agitation.
Which parts of nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) are toxic?
E-liquid, cartridges, gum, patches, cigarette butts.
What makes nicotine (vapes, gum, patches) toxic?
Nicotine.