Poisonous

[kris]

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i had a look at frequently asked questions and help and advice and i dont think weve got a thread in there about certain human foods that are poisonous to dogs and that most pet owners wouldnt never dream could harm their dogs like raisins and chocolate.this is a new one thats a sugar substitue and i think we need a thread about toxic substances and remedies to take and any emergency treatment,ie with some substances they tell you to make the dog vomit but with others especially corrosive substances that would be completely the wrong thing to do.Helen can you start a thread on there about this and add anything that anyone else can come up with thats poisonous?

http://www.diabetesdaily.com/content/2006/...xic-to-dogs.php

 

[gabbitas31]

(w00t) Thanks for that Kris, very interesting. :thumbsup: Diane

 

[FeeFee]

Thanks Kris, I hadn't heard about this one. One more thing to worry about..... (w00t)

Not exactly a poison, but I heard about someone's dog who nearly died after de-stuffing and eating the contents of one of the wheat-bag type heat packs that you heat up in the microwave.

Apparently the wheatgerm stuff inside doesn't pass through the dog's digestive system and lies in the stomach causing a blockage. Some of them are also treated with various chemicals which can be toxic.

The vet said there have been a few cases recently of dogs eating these and getting very ill - some people use them as comforters for puppies - so if you have one around keep it well away from the dog!

 

[June Jonigk]

Thanks so much for that info Kris. We have Trident chewing gum in our car, as we had a coupon from Tesco to get a pack free (it actually tates disgusting!), but we haven't gotten rid of it yet. I will dispose of it safely.

I'm going to pass this link around Herefordshire Council when I get to work, and hopefully the info will get around to a lot of people. I had never heard of it, and I think that will be true for the majority of people. If everyone passes it on to someone, we might just prevent another death.

Isn't K9 just great :cheers: :thumbsup:

 

[Judy]

Thats scary. We never have gum but just think how many people throw it away in the street!

 

[whippetmad]

Thanks Kris,very intresting and helpful :thumbsup:

 

[J.T.]

I've just heard tonight about a friends dog, a cocker spaniel, who has eaten some pot pourri & is now in intensive care at the vets & apparently it's not looking too good for him

I don't know any details but always thought that pot pourri was wood based so I'm not sure what the toxin is that the dog has eaten.

Really hope poor Zebby will be ok, he's a tough little dog so fingers XXX

 

[BlueNoise]

Hope he starts to get better soon :luck:

 

[Noni]

My whippety girl ate about a 1lb of birdseed on Christmas Eve. I rang the vet who said that it should pass through her but like the stuff in the heat bags it may clog/clump and block her bowel. He suggested giving her Lactulose, a human stool softener used in constipation. Well, she had two doses and vomited a large amount of the seed and had more than one pooh the next day!

But it has made me much more vigilant about where the birdseed is stored!

 

[kris]

daughters whippet dobby stole a load of wild bird seed here and ate it all but he was fine afterwards. :lol:

pot pourri is wood based it contains wood shaving and also flowers and leaves,and its sprayed with strong perfumes to make it smell strong.im not sure what part of this could be poisonous but i dont think any of that would be good for a dog.hope he makes it. :luck: :luck: :luck: let us know J.T.

 

[Zephyr]

Never heard of this before, but I am letting others know - I too have had Trident gum so it is really useful to know of the dangers

Thanks Kris :thumbsup:

 

[imperative]

Great thread.

Our whippet Jack died after eating "something" The vet was so suprised when he did die as he was such a healthy,young boy(18 months ish).

We think in hindsight it could have been onion which he scavenged from our bins after a chinese.Jack like many whippies was a real scav!(bless him :huggles: )We were not aware of these things which were toxic to dogs at the time.Thank God we got k9.

So grateful for the advice experienced doggy peeps put on threads.This info can certainly save a life.

Thanks Kris :thumbsup:

 

[kris]

youre welcome everyone.i too hope that it can save someones beloved dog.if it saves one then its worth it :huggles:

 

[J.T.]

Zebedee the cocker spaniel was very poorly for a couple of days but is now back home & recovering. Apparently it's the oil essences in the pot pourri which are toxic. Also some of the bits are quite sharp & damaged the gut.

He is now eating small amounts of chicken & rice & is a much happier doggy than he was

 

[kris]

thanks for letting us know how he went on,glad hes made a good recovery. :thumbsup:

 

[kris]

a few more tips

Be aware of the plants you have in your house and in your pet's yard. The ingestion of azalea, oleander, mistletoe, sago palm, Easter lily, or yew plant material, by an animal, could be fatal.

When cleaning your house, never allow your pet access to the area where cleaning agents are used or stored. Cleaning agents have a variety of properties. Some may only cause a mild stomach upset, while others could cause severe burns of the tongue, mouth, and stomach.

When using rat or mouse baits, ant or roach traps, or snail and slug baits, place the products in areas that are inaccessible to your animals. Most baits contain sweet smelling inert ingredients, such as jelly, peanut butter, and sugars, which can be very attractive to your pet.

Never give your animal any medications unless under the direction of your veterinarian. Many medications that are used safely in humans can be deadly when used inappropriately. One extra strength acetaminophen tablet (500mg) can kill a seven-pound cat.

Keep all prescription and over the counter drugs out of your pets' reach, preferably in closed cabinets. Pain killers, cold medicines, anti-cancer drugs, antidepressants, vitamins, and diet pills are common examples of human medication that could be potentially lethal even in small dosages. One regular strength ibuprofen (200mg) could cause stomach ulcers in a ten-pound dog.

Never leave chocolates unattended. Approximately one-half ounce or less of baking chocolate per pound body weight can cause problems. Even small amounts can cause pancreatic problems.

Many common household items have been shown to be lethal in certain species. Miscellaneous items that are highly toxic even in low quantities include pennies (high concentration of zinc), mothballs (contain naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene. one or two balls can be life threatening in most species), potpourri oils, fabric softener sheets, automatic dish detergents (contain cationic detergents which could cause corrosive lesions), batteries (contain acids or alkali which can also cause corrosive lesions), homemade play dough (contains high quantity of salt), winter heat source agents like hand or foot warmers (contain high levels of iron), cigarettes, coffee grounds, and alcoholic drinks.

All car products such as oil, Petrol, and antifreeze, should be stored in areas away from pet access. As little as one teaspoon of antifreeze (ethylene glycol) can be deadly in a seven-pound cat and less than one tablespoon could be lethal to a 20-pound dog.

Before buying or using flea products on your pet or in your household, contact your veterinarian to discuss what types of flea products are recommended for your pet. Read ALL information before using a product on your animals or in your home. Always follow label instructions. When a product is labeled "for use in dogs only" this means that the product should NEVER be applied to cats. Also, when using a fogger or a house spray, make sure to remove all pets from the area for the time period specified on the container. If you are uncertain about the usage of any product, contact the manufacturer or your veterinarian to clarify the directions BEFORE use of the product.

When treating your lawn or garden with fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides, always keep your animals away from the area until the area dries completely. Discuss usage of products with the manufacturer of the products to be used. Always store such products in an area that will ensure no possible pet exposure.