What to do about dog poisoning
No matter how carefully you puppy-proof your home, dog poisoning is a possibility. Despite of your best precautions, your little one may eat or drink a dangerous or even poisonous substance at some point in their life.
Knowing what to do, having the right information close at hand, and reacting quickly could make the difference between life and death for your precious pooch.Here's a checklist of what to do if the worst happens and you suspect dog poisoning.
- Don't panic
This is important. Time is of the essence and you don't want to waste it because your panic-stricken brain refuses to function. - Collect evidence
Pick up any bottles, containers or packaging that the poisonous substance was in. If possible collect any of the leftover item too. This will help the Poison Control staff or your own veterinarian/emergency vet clinic determine what the possible effects of the poison may be, and how best to treat it. - Review your dog's vital statistics
Make sure you know (jot these down if your brain is a bit shaky) your dogs breed, weight, age and any symptoms he may be showing. you'll need this information for the medical/veterinary personnel. - Call for help
Call the ASPCA Animal Control Center at 1-888-426-4435 or 1-800-548-2423 (there may be a $55 charge for this service)or your own veterinarian or one of your city's 24 hour Emergency Animal Hospitals. It's a good idea to always have these phone numbers written or posted somewhere easy to find in an emergency. Taped inside a kitchen cupboard or on a central notice board in your home are good places. Make sure every member of your household knows where they are. - Don't 'wait & see'
Always seek veterinary help immediately if you know, or even suspect, your pup has injested something toxic or potentially dangerous.
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to find out what dangerous and even toxic foods are in your kitchen right now!With some poisons, the effects aren't immediately obvious and symptoms may take hours (or occasionally days) to appear. By then it could be too late to prevent or reverse serious illness or even the death of your beloved pooch.
If your veterinarian or medical personnel advise you to induce vomiting in your puppy you can try this.
Make up a 1 to 1 solution of 3% hydrogen peroxide and water to give to your dog.
Approx. 1 tbsp of this mixture per 10lbs of his body weight is about right. Use a measuring medecine spoon (like the ones babies use) or a turkey baster to make things a bit easier. |
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