Dogs are a curious creature, they want to explore every new thing, and taste what you are eating. So, it’s not surprising, they want to have a bite of mushroom from your plate. Or available any edible item at home, including magic mushrooms.
So, what happens if a dog eats a magic mushroom? Can dogs eat shrooms? Is it safe for them?
In this blog, we have covered the important details regarding shrooms/magic mushrooms. How it will impact your pooch’s health and steps to be taken if he ingests it, etc.
Keep reading to know in-depth knowledge about the shroom’s effect on your dog’s health.
Contents
Can Dogs Eat Magic Mushrooms?
Straightaway, the answer is no, dogs can’t eat magic mushrooms. In fact, magic mushrooms can be lethal for dogs. It contains psilocybin and psilocin which are structurally related to LSD, which can disbalance your dog’s hormones. And keep your dog’s life in danger.
In addition, you have to be extra careful with your puppy’s eating habits. Keep such harmful things away from your dog, or out of his reach. So, that they cannot even have it accidentally. Magic mushrooms can cause severe health issues such as coma, tremors, and seizures.
Are Magic Mushrooms Dangerous for Dogs?
It’s very rare that dogs will demand mushrooms, or they crave to have one. Even if they do, and eat a magic mushroom, then it can be a life-threatening issue for them. According to Aspca“mushrooms can cause mild to severe vomiting and diarrhea. Pets will usually starting having problems within a few hours of ingestion.” This is because magic mushrooms are dangerous for dogs, and they can impact their health badly, which can lead to severe underlying health issues.
Symptoms:
- Rapid Breathing
- Yellowish color to the skin
- Glassy eyes
- Tiredness
- Difficulty in walking
- Coma/Seizures
How to Tell if Your Dog Ate Psilocybin Mushrooms
So, now one thing is very clear, psilocybin mushrooms are harmful/toxic for your furry pal. Here, are a few symptoms that his body will show up if he ate psilocybin mushrooms.
- Dilated pupils
- Stumbling
- Vomiting
- Panting
- Whining
- Howling
- Anxiety, Stress
- Hyperthermia
In cases, where you are in a delusion that your pup has eaten poisonous mushrooms or not. These symptoms will help you to identify and after consulting the vet you will be cleared that he has eaten or not.
What Happens if a Dog Eats Psychedelic Mushrooms?
Well, here are a few things you can keep in mind, which will help you to handle such a situation. Where your dog has ingested psychedelic mushrooms.
- If your dog is acting strange, and not having his meal on time, you need to take him to the vet.
- If you know he has ingested or taken a bite of poisonous mushrooms. Then, without wasting time, take him to the vet for better treatment.
- If possible, when you take him to the vet, take some samples of magic mushrooms with you.
- Be honest with the vet and inform him how much shrooms your dog has eaten.
Following these steps, it will help you to handle the situation wisely, and you can save your pooch’s life.
How Vets Treat Shroom Poisoning in Dogs?
If you encounter your pooch has ingested shrooms, or if his body showing symptoms of a shrooms reaction. In such cases, it is suggested not to go for a home remedy or try to cure it by yourself. As Mentioned by namyco “Pets have been known to eat mushrooms in yards and while on walks. While 99% of mushrooms have little or no toxicity, the 1% that are highly toxic can cause life-threatening problems in pets.” Consult the vet immediately, and take your dog to the clinic for check-up.
Only a vet can handle this situation, and let them do their work effectively.
- They will first examine your dog’s symptoms. Then they will try to induce vomiting by giving him a pump in his stomach or some medicine.
- With the help of giving activated charcoal, they will try to absorb the toxins.
- If your pooch’s health is in the worst condition, they will keep him under observation in the clinic.
- Once, the vet is satisfied with the result of your pooch’s health, they will discharge him.
After bringing him back home, now it’s your time to take good care of him. Regularly give his medicine on time. Keep an eye on him, and do not let him eat anything which can impact his health. Especially, the poisonous mushrooms.
FAQs
Can dogs smell magic mushrooms?
Well, yes, dogs can smell magic mushrooms. They like the texture and taste of the mushrooms, so they take more interest in them. Dogs’ smelling senses are way better than humans. And some dogs are trained specially to identify unique scents/smells.
Do dogs eat psychedelic mushrooms on purpose?
Dogs get attracted by the taste and texture. It can be possible that he likes the psychedelic mushroom shape and smell, so he tries to ingest it. The taste of the mushroom is irresistible for him, so he keeps trying to nibble a few bites of it.
Well, It’s a Wrap!
- Dogs cannot eat magic mushrooms. In fact, it can be lethal for him.
- It contains psilocybin and psilocin which are structurally related to LSD.
- Magic mushrooms can cause severe health issues such as coma, tremors, seizures.
- If possible, when you take him to the vet, take some samples of magic mushrooms with you.
- If your pooch’s health is in the worst condition, they will keep him under observation in the clinic.
Keep an eye on him and don’t let him eat anything, that can impact his health, especially the poisonous mushrooms.
Reference:
- Fatal Amanita muscaria poisoning in a dog confirmed by PCR identification of mushrooms. (n.d.). Retrieved December 19, 2022, from https://doi.org/10.1177/1040638719842897
- Acute Inocybe mushroom toxicosis in dogs: 5 cases (2010–2014). (n.d.). Retrieved December 19, 2022, from https://doi.org/10.1111/vec.12567
- Rosenkoetter, A. (2019, June 20). Mushroom Intoxication. University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. https://vet.uga.edu/mushroom-intoxication/
Julia is a Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist, practicing veterinarian in a non-profit animal hospital and feline sanctuary located in Rochester, NY. She is also a full-time veterinary advisor at DogLikesBest. She focuses on writing healthcare-related topics including dog foods, treats, veterinary diets, food for specific healthcare features, etc. Moreover, any article on DogNeedsBest that has to concern feline health in any way, goes under her scrutiny before being published.
