My dog ate Baclofen – what should I do?

Updated 2026-09-30 · 1 sources

Based on: Pet Poison Helpline

Call a vet now

Call your vet or the nearest emergency vet right now. Baclofen poisoning can occur rapidly after a dog ingests even a small dose.

What to do now

What to do right now

Call your vet or the nearest emergency vet.
Note what was eaten, how much, and when.
Bring the packaging.
Keep your dog calm.
Remove what is left.

Don't

Do not make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to.
Do not give any human medicine.

Why it can be dangerous

Baclofen is a human medication, and poisoning can occur rapidly in dogs after ingestion of even a small dose.^[1] Possible clinical signs include gastrointestinal distress, neurological dysfunction, respiratory depression, and death.^[1]

Signs to watch for

Stomach upset
Changes in nervous-system function
Slowed breathing
Depression
Death

Signs can develop rapidly after ingestion.

If your pet is struggling to breathe, has collapsed, is having a seizure or can't stand up: go to the nearest vet now.

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Common questions

How much Baclofen is dangerous for a dog?

Poisoning can occur after ingestion of even a small dose.^[1]

What signs can Baclofen cause?

Possible signs include gastrointestinal distress, neurological dysfunction, respiratory depression, and death.^[1]

How soon can signs start?

Poisoning occurs rapidly after ingestion.^[1]

Sources

Pet Poison Helpline

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