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Alcohol (ethanol)

dog severe
Name
Alcohol (ethanol)
Severity
severe
Toxic_agents
ethanol
Signs
ataxia, depression, hypothermia, hypoglycemia, respiratory depression, coma
Dose_concern
Signs at low doses; ~5.5 g/kg can be lethal. Includes drinks, fermenting fruit, and raw bread dough (which also produces ethanol).
Raw Severity
severe

Source: Compiled from standard veterinary toxicology references (ASPCA APCC, Pet Poison Helpline, Merck Veterinary Manual)