What happens if a dog eats too much coconut oil? Essential Tips

What to do if my dog ate a lot of coconut oil?

If your dog ate a large quantity of coconut oil then chances are they are going to have a significant amount of liquid diarrhea that will smell extremely bad and may be partially white. In addition, your dog may exhibit symptoms of vomiting, low energy, smelly gas, or an upset stomach. This could last for as long as 3 days depending on how fast or slow your dog digests the coconut oil.

Although rare, the biggest concern if your dog ate a lot coconut oil is pancreatitis. The pancreas organ is responsible for releasing enzymes that aid in digestion and pancreatitis prevents proper digestion. Common signs of pancreatitis is a hunched back, repeated vomiting, diarrhea, and pain in the abdomen. Consult a vet immediately if you notice signs of pancreatitis.

Since your dog will almost certainly get diarrhea, make sure your dog is drinking plenty of water. Dehydration is extremely common in dogs that have diarrhea. If your dog isn’t drinking, try soaking their daily meals in water in order to avoid dehydration. If the diarrhea continues for more than 48 hours, I would recommend calling a veterinarian. There have been reported cases of dogs being allergic to coconut oil so it’s important to rule out this case.

After all the coconut oil subsides, you may also notice that your dog has an extra shiny coat of fur and that their skin may be slightly smoother. These are some of the external effects of the coconut oil on your dog.

How to mitigate diarrhea after dog eats coconut oil:

Feed your dog 100% canned pumpkin in small quantities. Canned pumpkin hardens loose stools. This will help prevent your dog from pooping out all their liquids.

Consider a bland diet. If diarrhea and vomiting occur, consider a bland diet of cooked chicken and rice for a few days. This will help make the vomiting less frequent and the stools harder. In addition, it will limit the amount of coconut oil food reaction in your dog.

Is coconut oil good for dog allergies?

Coconut oil for allergies in dogs is an effective way to help dogs with skin allergies and infections. Many veterinarians, including holistic veterinarians, recommend this type of essential oil to help treat a wide range of skin ailments.

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It’s important to be aware of these dosing standards, as feeding your dog too much coconut oil can be harmful. Some negative side effects that you should look out for include diarrhea, vomiting, weight gain, lack of appetite and energy, abdominal pain, and bloating.