Can dogs drink tea or coffee?

 

Both tea and coffee contain the stimulant caffeine which can be dangerous to dogs in high doses but the occasional weak tea or coffee is unlikely to cause a problem. But it will depend on the size of your dog, eg. a small terrier type could show signs of agitation after drinking only half a cup of strong tea or as little as a quarter of a cup of coffee.

If your dog enjoys sharing your tea or coffee you can avoid the risks by offering decaffeinated versions or a pet brand such as Woof and Brew.

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