Can my dog have hand sanitizer?
Also covers hand sanitiser, hand gel, and purell.
Caution
Hand sanitizer is mostly ethanol (alcohol). If a dog swallows the product, it can cause incoordination, low blood sugar, and slowed breathing. Sanitizer that has dried on your hands is not a concern.
If your dog ate this, call your vet or an animal poison control line now.
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435
- Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661
Symptoms to watch for
- vomiting
- incoordination
- lethargy
- slow breathing
- low blood sugar
Can dogs have hand sanitizer?
Caution. Contact your vet if your dog swallowed hand sanitizer, especially a small dog.
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