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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.
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