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Can dogs eat hops? No: toxic
Toxic. Hops used in beer brewing, including spent hops, can cause a rapid, life-threatening fever in dogs.
If your dog ate or touched this, call your vet or a pet poison line now
United States
Poison lines in other countries: United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand
What to do now
- Call your vet or a pet poison line now.
- Note what was eaten, roughly how much, and when.
- Go to the nearest vet right away; this can quickly become life-threatening.
- Bring the hops or package if you can.
Don't
- Don't make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to.
Signs to watch for
- High fever
- Heavy panting
- Racing heart rate
- Vomiting
- Seizures
When signs appear: Rapid
Why
Hops can set off a fast, dangerous rise in body temperature. Any dog can be affected, and breeds such as greyhounds, Labrador retrievers and border collies may be at higher risk.
Sources
Guide reviewed 9 October 2026.
General information from the sources above, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your vet.