Question
My wife dropped her dose of Vitamin D3, one capsule 2000iu. we can't find it, but for sure, our 3 yo Dachshund (13 lbs, give or take) will find it and eat it.
Any adverse effects we should watch for?
Answer
Vitamin D3 LD
You will start to see side-effects at a dose of 0.1mg/kg and above, let's do a bit of math.
Your dog weighs approximately 5.9kg
5.9kg x 0.1mg = 0.59mg
Each mg of Vitamin D3 contains 40,000IU
Your dog would need to ingest 23,600IU in order to reach a toxic level. With a lost dose of 2,000IU I would not worry.
Signs to look out for
- Vomiting
- Lethargy
- Increased thirst
- Increased urination
- Seizures
- Dark tarry in stools
If you have any concerns about your pet ingesting a toxin there are some helplines available as well.
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Answered By - Rebecca RVT