Is Scorpions toxic to dogs?

High severity No safe amount — No amount is considered safe.

Yes. Exposure can cause serious illness and needs prompt veterinary attention.

Symptoms to watch for

drooling
localized pain
itchiness
redness
abnormal heart rate
abnormal blood pressure
dilated pupils
tremors
walking drunk
abnormal eye movement

How vets treat it

Symptomatic supportive care is the primary treatment; the use of antivenom is considered controversial.

Why it's dangerous

The venom contains a mixture of neurotoxins and proteins that affect the nervous system and cardiovascular function upon injection.

Toxic compound: Neurotoxins, proteins, and polypeptides

Good to know

The Arizona bark scorpion (Centruroides exilicauda) is the primary venomous species of concern in North America.

Sources

Pet Poison Helpline

This page is informational and is not veterinary advice. If your pet has been exposed to something risky, contact your vet or an animal poison control line right away.

More substances toxic to dogs

Black Widow Spider Extreme severity Brown Recluse Spider Extreme severity Coral Snake Extreme severity Rattlesnake Extreme severity Everything toxic to dogs →

Packaged food? Scan the barcode.

StrawPaw's food scanner reads the barcode on packaged products and flags ingredients that are risky for dogs and cats — before anything reaches the bowl.

Download StrawPaw for iOS