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So when it comes to your best friend, you may share the couch to watch a favorite TV show and take them on your brewery visits, but definitely abstain from sharing your favorite beer. Higher Alcohol Content Means Higher Danger

Okay, so you love beer almost as much as you love your dog. And you want to share a cold beverage with your best (canine) friend. Since dogs can’t drink beer, what’s a brew-loving dog parent to do? If you want to treat your dog to something, choose a dog-safe treat like bell peppers, carrots, strawberries or an occasional puppaccino, but never a beer. Up Next PetMD says that this may occur within 15 to 30 minutes after consumption when a dog’s stomach is empty.

The risks are higher with small dogs because ethanol’s toxicity varies depending on body weight, but large breeds are at risk too.

Grapes– tiny sweet grapes are so toxic for dogs they can be fatal. Dogs can’t process the compounds in grapes, and it can lead to kidney failure. Grapes are found in juices, Jell-o, and cold desserts, which are dried out to make raisins. All forms are toxic. The lethal dose of ethanol for dogs is 5.5 to 7.9 g/kg per 100% ethanol. Still, it’s virtually impossible to calculate this on your pet dog, so professional advice is needed immediately. Dogs have up to 300 million receptors in their noses, making them smell 10,000 times better than us. If your dog shows these symptoms, or if you suspect they’ve gotten more than a few sips of beer, they should be seen by a vet as soon as possible.If you have the most interesting dog in the world, this novelty plush squeak toy by Dog Digging Designs is for them. Foods and desserts that include alcohol can also be a danger to you dog, so be sure to keep more than just beer out of your dog’s reach. An important consideration, if your dog has found their way into your favorite microbrew, is the beer’s alcohol content. Canines only like the beer’s sweetness and aroma. And if they repeat the behavior, it’s more likely due to reinforcement.

Though a good beer may seem to pleasantly intoxicate dogs just like humans, think of your dog as the ultimate “lightweight.” They may experience intoxication much faster than any human you know, and that intoxication could make them fearful or even aggressive. Your dog may need IV treatment, rehydration measures, and close monitoring to stop their ethanol poisoning from progressing. Pour it into your dog’s bowl, cover their dry kibble with it, or even freeze it for a fun summer treat. Dogs can experience alcohol poisoning from other sources aside from beer and the usual alcoholic beverages such as wine and liquors.

Surprising Sources of Potential Danger

Be safe at parties: Don’t hesitate to ask your guests to refrain from offering your dog a sip or two of beer. Some people assume there’s no harm in a little beer for a dog, but your dog will thank you for watching out for their health. The first thing you may notice is that they become uncoordinated and wobbly. This is because alcohol affects a dog's nervous system and can impair their ability to walk, stand, or even breathe properly.