What to do if your pet ate it
Contact your vet or a poison line right away, report how much in the dark was eaten and your pet's weight, and keep any packaging or leftovers. Do not induce vomiting unless your vet tells you to.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting and diarrhoea
- Lethargy and weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Severe: tremors, breathing trouble, collapse
If your pet shows vomiting, lethargy or any unusual behaviour after eating in the dark, go to the nearest emergency vet immediately.
Dogs and cats carry the same rating (Do not feed), so the notes below hold for either pet.
Other foods that are toxic or dangerous
The full A–Z food list groups every food by verdict for each species.
Frequently asked questions
Can dogs eat in the dark?
NO — do not feed. “In the dark” is not a consumable item; there is no veterinary data on feeding darkness to pets. Without reliable evidence, it should be considered unsafe to offer. Keep pets in a safe, well‑lit environment and avoid exposing them to unknown substances.
What if my dog already ate in the dark?
Call your vet or a poison line now with the amount of in the dark eaten and your dog's weight, and do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to. If in the dark was eaten and you then see vomiting, lethargy, tremors or breathing changes, go straight to the nearest emergency clinic.
Is there a safe amount of in the dark for dogs?
There is no accepted safe dose of in the dark for dogs; it is classed as toxic or dangerous, and reactions vary with the individual animal, so it is not something to feed at any amount.
How often can dogs have in the dark?
in the dark is not something to feed at any interval; it stays off the menu entirely.
What are safer treats than in the dark for dogs?
Pick from the safe list instead — Sesame seeds or Coconut oil carry none of the risk that in the dark does, and they work better as an everyday treat.