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Chocolate is toxic to your dog, and based on the type of chocolate the amount of chocolate and the weight of your dog, it could be minor or a serious medical emergency. Chocolate contains both theobromine and caffeine, both of which can speed the heart rate and stimulate the nervous system.
Listed in order of Therobromine content:
If you know your dog has ingested chocolate , or has any of the symptoms below, contact the Pet Poison Helpline at 1-855-213-6680 or your veterinarian right away. Symptoms of Chocolate Poisoning in dogs:
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Garlic (Allium) is poisonous to dogs, even in small amounts, it can cause gastrointestinal upset, anemia, and can even be fatal if it’s not treated right away. The Sulphuric compounds in the garlic are absorbed into the gastrointestinal tract and change into reactive oxidants, which damage your dog’s red blood cells. It takes approximately 6.8 – 13.6 grams per pound of dog’s weight to produce harmful changes in the dog’s blood. The average clove of garlic weight between 3 and 7 grams. Please note that dogs should not eat onions, leeks, and chives, they are also part of the Allium family, and poisonous to dogs. Garlic is just five times more toxic to dogs than the rest of the Allium plants. Symptoms of Garlic Poisoning in dogs:
Diagnosis of Garlic Poisoning in Dogs: Diagnosing garlic poisoning can be done with a physical examination, lab tests, and medical history. Physical Examination
You should describe the symptoms you have noticed and how long they have been going on, recent illnesses and injuries, vaccination record, and abnormal behavior. Lab Test
Treatment of Garlic Poisoning in Dogs: The most important treatment your dog will need is to rid the body of the toxin by inducing vomiting and administering activated charcoal. The charcoal will bind to the poison to aid in the removal and detoxification. However, if that is unsuccessful, the veterinarian will probably admit your dog to the hospital and flush the toxins out of your dog’s system with a saline solution lavage. In addition, IV fluids and oxygen therapy will be done. To treat the anemia, the veterinarian will perform a blood transfusion and prescribe iron medication. Like Almonds the Macadamia nut is another food you should never give to your dog. In fact, the Macadamia nut is one of the most poisonous foods for dogs. Macadamia nuts belong to the Proteaceae family, a group of flowering trees found mainly in the Southern Hemisphere. Doses as low as 1.1 grams per pound of the dog’s weight have been found to affect muscle strength, with other symptoms such as vomiting and fever being more apparent with larger amounts. Symptoms of Macadamia Nut Poisoning in dogs:
Diagnosis of Macadamia nut poisoning is based on the symptoms and a history of macadamia nut ingestion.
Treatment of Macadamia Nut Poisoning in Dogs: Vomiting may be induced with cases of recent poisoning and activated charcoal may be given to reduce further absorption in the stomach. A cathartic medication like sorbitol will help to induce bowel movements and eliminate the nuts faster. Other treatments will be based on the symptoms. Medication may be given to reduce fever and make your dog more comfortable. In rare cases, intravenous fluids may be necessary. If a large amount was ingested, the veterinarian may want to keep your dog for 48 hours to monitor the symptoms. Other concurrent poisoning like chocolate or raisin toxicity might need more aggressive treatment. You Dogs may love the taste of Almonds and many other nuts, but these tasty treats can cause some serious problems because they are high in fat which can put your dog at risk of developing pancreatitis. It’s also difficult for your dog to digest which can lead to gastric-intestinal distress Symptoms of gastric intestinal distress in dogs:
What to Do if Your Dog Eats Almonds: Pets of different sizes may react completely differently to identical quantities of nuts ingested. If your dog consumes a couple of almonds and isn’t presenting any signs of choking or an obstruction, there’s little cause for concern. IF you dogs has eaten a large quantity of almonds of then the most effective treatment would be to induce vomiting, if the ingestion occurred within the prior 30 minutes. You can do this with hydrogen peroxide under the guidance of a veterinarian or with the assistance of poison control. If you do not know when your dog consumed the nuts, your only option is to monitor your dog for signs of illness. And if your dog does become ill call your vet immediately and make an appointment. |
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