What happens if a dog eats hormones (steroids)?

If a dog eats hormones, its body may grow too fast; if the bones and organs can’t keep pace, it easily leads to developmental deformity and obesity. In addition, hormones can throw the body’s hormone levels out of balance, affecting the reproductive system and sexual function. Male dogs may show reduced libido, testicular shrinkage, and lower sperm count, while females may have irregular heat cycles and poor mammary development. Finally, hormone imbalance can cause abnormal behavior such as increased aggression, anxiety, excitement, or depression.