Why is Acetaminophen (Tylenol) toxic for dogs and cats?

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Dr Dave Brooks
Answered by Dr Dave Brooks, BVetMed BSc MRCVS
Hi,

The main reason acetaminophen is poisonous for dogs and cats (and other species) is that the drug is broken down and eliminated from the body in a different way than in people. This leads to a build up of toxic metabolites in the body.

IMPORTANT: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is very dangerous to dogs and cats and should never be given to them. | 07.10.15 @ 12:02
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