Guest OhCatastrophe Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) So mom left a cup of coffee on the table and Cleo got into a bit of it, I'm not sure how much.. what should I do? I don't think it was too much.... Edited July 16, 2014 by OhCatastrophe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 In my house, we would do nothing and not worry about it. Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OhCatastrophe Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 In my house, we would do nothing and not worry about it. I looked online and it seems some pretty terrible things can happen.. :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandiandwe Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 If not too much (like the entire mug), just keep an eye. He'll probably be a bit restless and disturbed. "Within 1-2 hours of exposure: mild to severe hyperactivity, restlessness, vomiting, tachycardia (elevated heart rate), hypertension (elevated blood pressure), abnormal heart rhythms, tremors, hyperthermia (elevated body temperature) seizures, and collapse." Any of the more serious symptoms there? Be very concerned. But seriously, if it wasn't the whole mug, just watch and wait. Or induce vomiting if you really want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OhCatastrophe Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 If not too much (like the entire mug), just keep an eye. He'll probably be a bit restless and disturbed. "Within 1-2 hours of exposure: mild to severe hyperactivity, restlessness, vomiting, tachycardia (elevated heart rate), hypertension (elevated blood pressure), abnormal heart rhythms, tremors, hyperthermia (elevated body temperature) seizures, and collapse." Any of the more serious symptoms there? Be very concerned. But seriously, if it wasn't the whole mug, just watch and wait. Or induce vomiting if you really want. so far none of those have happened but its only been 5 min. I think she only drank 1/4 of the mug at most... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Make yourself another cup. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandiandwe Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 She's likely to be OK. As GreyTzu noted, some people have no problems at all. Some even share their morning coffee with their greys regularly (not something I'd do, but that's more about my attachment to my coffee than anything else). Brandi has got into my coffee, tea, and a tiny bit of chocolate left out by DH ( ). Aside from some slight overactivity, she's been fine. It isn't something I encourage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeniseL Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 It's happened at our house on more than one occasion. Miami, in particular, is a sneak attack. Never noticed any ill effects. I've gotten to the point where I just try my best, but if he slurps part of it down, I just pick it up and keep on drinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandiandwe Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 It's happened at our house on more than one occasion. Miami, in particular, is a sneak attack. Never noticed any ill effects. I've gotten to the point where I just try my best, but if he slurps part of it down, I just pick it up and keep on drinking. And that's how you know that you're a dog person..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KF_in_Georgia Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I had one with a fondness for Mountain Dew (loaded with caffeine). I had to start using covered cups (like sports bottles). He's gone now (old age), but I still use the covered cups. Quote Kathy and Q (CRT Qadeer from Fuzzy's Cannon and CRT Bonnie) and Jane (WW's Aunt Jane from Trent Lee and Aunt M); photos to come. Missing Silver (5.19.2005-10.27.2016), Tigger (4.5.2007-3.18.2016), darling Sam (5.10.2000-8.8.2013), Jacey-Kasey (5.19.2003-8.22.2011), and Oreo (1997-3.30.2006) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DofSweetPotatos Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) yep, I don't think there is anyting much to worry about. Our angel Dougie, who had a heart murmur, made it his mission to drink at least half of a cup of my coffee whenever we went out on a lost dog search. Dumb human, I never learned to put the cup anywhere but the center console in my car. He was a cheeky monkey to say the least, miss him so very very much. Edited July 16, 2014 by DofSweetPotatos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Greyhounds love coffee. Don't know why, but many of them do. No need to worry about drinking a little bit. Of course, she may want a refill later. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I really can't imagine that small of an amt will be an issue in an otherwise healthy dog, but if you want to be completely safe, induce vomiting and call poison control once you have. You'll pay a fee for the latter, but if you're that worried $65 will be worth peace of mind. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Unless it was *very* strongly brewed, like Turkish coffee or really strong Starbucks espresso, she should be fine. Might be a bit buzzed if she's sensitive to the caffeine. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FluffyDuff Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 My dog just drank pretty much two cups of coffee in the past two days. If anything, he just stares at me, burps and then lays down. He has thrown it up once a few months ago, but nothing horrible. You'd think I would learn, but he's getting sneakier! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 One of the reasons I just knew George was the dog for me is that he drank out of my coffee cup when I went to meet him at his foster home! It wouldn't even occur to me to worry if my dog drank a bit of my coffee! Now, if he ate a pound of coffee beans.... Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 The real problem would be if that had been the last cup! Did you do the peroxide chaser, or just let it be? Shouldn't be a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teri_d Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Win got into a guest in our homes luggage and got a canister of illy coffee (the ground beans) -- I worried myself sick but the only result was poo that smelled much better and was quite granular looking for several days - I miss that guy and his menace!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gryffenne Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) Greyhounds love coffee. Don't know why, but many of them do. Sammi never touched my coffee in the 8+ years we've been together. Or wine, tea, water, etc... A few weeks ago, I was starting to lose track of how much coffee I was drinking Like I could have sworn that I had a practically full cup, but then suddenly I would see it almost gone! So I'd sip what was left in the cup and get some more. I must be losing it, right? Not remembering how much coffee I was drinking. Usually I wouldn't notice the practically empty mug until I sat back down from doing something. Then, last week, I got up to go to the bathroom and when I came back, I reached for my cup and saw it was empty! Now I know darn well, since I pass the kitchen to go to the bathroom, that I JUST looked in that darn cup before getting up to go to the bathroom So I got more. I realized that I left my phone in the kitchen. Sat the cup down and went to grab it. Come back around the corner and.... RIVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Brat is a coffee addict! Currently, after my discovery of the caffeine thief, I've been using a ceramic travel mug with a silicone sippy lid in the mornings. And if I am not at my computer, it is moved to where I am, or the kitchen until I sit back down again. Thinking of how many times I drank my coffee, that mysteriously evaporated... I hope that she didn't backwash too much Edited July 16, 2014 by Gryffenne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Some of my dogs including hounds have enjoyed coffee with me in the morning sometimes! I only let them have 2-4 ounces but it has never caused any problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatricksMom Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Was there artificial sweetner in it? Some of those can be dangerous. Quote Beth, Petey (8 September 2018- ), and Faith (22 March 2019). Godspeed Patrick (28 April 1999 - 5 August 2012), Murphy (23 June 2004 - 27 July 2013), Leo (1 May 2009 - 27 January 2020), and Henry (10 August 2010 - 7 August 2020), you were loved more than you can know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chickenpotpie Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Lucky indeedy loves coffee. And wine. And beer. And pina coladas. :hehe I don't worry about it too much and we've learned to not put our cups at nose level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Make yourself another cup. They help themselves to my coffee all the time. Nothing to worry about. Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dancer Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 S Brat is a coffee addict! Currently, after my discovery of the caffeine thief, I've been using a ceramic travel mug with a silicone sippy lid in the mornings. And if I am not at my computer, it is moved to where I am, or the kitchen until I sit back down again. Thinking of how many times I drank my coffee, that mysteriously evaporated... I hope that she didn't backwash too much I have visions of a hidden camera...River noticing the coffee cup and intently watching your movements (but not obviously) ... then you get up and leave the room...BAM! River strikes again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Celestrina Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I have visions of a hidden camera...River noticing the coffee cup and intently watching your movements (but not obviously) ... then you get up and leave the room...BAM! River strikes again You really should set up a hidden camera to catch her antics. Maybe she needs the caffeine to keep up with the Ghost Brindle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.