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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

📞 ASPCA: (888) 426-4435📞 Pet Poison: (855) 764-7661

Hot Peppers

Also known as: Chili Peppers, Jalapeños, Habaneros, Cayenne, Ghost Peppers

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Toxic compound: capsaicin

What Happens

High capsaicin levels cause severe mouth, throat, and digestive irritation

Timeline

Immediate to 4 hours

🩺 Symptoms

Severe mouth burning, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea

Do This Right Now

Flush mouth with water, contact vet if severe symptoms

When to Worry

ANY consumption of hot peppers

Vet Consultation

Emergency if severe symptoms

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.