-
Don’t panic. Rapid response
is important, but panicking
can interfere with the process
of helping your pet.
- Take 30 to 60 seconds to safely
collect and have at hand any
material involved. This may
be of great benefit to your
vet and/or APCC toxicologists,
as they determine what poison
or poisons are involved. In
the event that you need to take
your pet to a local veterinarian,
be sure to take the product’s
container with you. Also, collect
in a sealable plastic bag any
material your pet may have vomited
or chewed.
- If you witness
your pet consuming material
that you suspect might be toxic,
do not hesitate to seek emergency
assistance, even if you do not
notice any adverse effects.
Sometimes, even if poisoned,
an animal may appear normal
for several hours or for days
after the incident.
Call
the ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Center
The
telephone number is (888) 426-4435.
consultation fee for this service
may apply).
Be
ready with the following information:
- the species, breed, age, sex,
weight and number of animals
involved
- the animal’s symptoms
- information regarding the
exposure, including the agent
(if known), the amount of the
agent involved and the time
elapsed since the time of exposure.
Have
the product container/packaging
available for reference.
Please note:
If your animal is having seizures,
losing consciousness, is unconscious
or is having difficulty breathing,
telephone ahead and bring your
pet immediately to your local
veterinarian or emergency veterinary
clinic. If necessary, he or
she may call the APCC.
Be
Prepared
Keep the telephone number of
the ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Center—(888) 426-4435—as
well as that of your local veterinarian,
in a prominent location.
Invest in an
emergency first-aid kit for
your pet. The kit should contain:
- a fresh bottle of hydrogen
peroxide, 3 percent USP (to
induce vomiting)
- a turkey baster, bulb syringe
or large medicine syringe (to
administer peroxide)
- saline eye solution
- artificial tear gel (to lubricate
eyes after flushing)
- mild grease-cutting dishwashing
liquid (for bathing an animal
after skin contamination)
- forceps (to remove stingers)
- a muzzle (to protect against
fear- or excitement-induced
biting)
- a can of your pet’s
favorite wet food
-a pet carrier
Always consult
a veterinarian or the APCC for
directions on how and when to
use any emergency first-aid
item.
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