Protecting Your Pet from Poisoning
By HollywoodPet.net |
Sun, 17 Dec 2006
Pet poisoning kills many beloved pets every year. This is an avoidable problem that is preventable. Watching for symptoms, being aware of your pets surroundings, and acting quickly in the event of a problem are key. Tips for dealing with poisons can save you the heartache of this terrible danger.
Recognize Symptoms
The ugly symptoms are not a joy to discuss. Knowing symptoms of poisoning will give you courage and confidence in dealing with such an event. Unusual drooling, vomiting, frothing at the mouth, and strange or strained breathing can be sure fire clues. Unusual behavior and convulsions mean take action fast. An unconscious dog is an even bigger alarm for you to take charge and take action.
Act Fast.
Don't wait to see if your dog or cat gets better. Ten minutes is the longest anyone should wait after seeing symptoms. The quicker, the better is the best rule. Less than 5 minutes to call your veterinarian is best. Speed prevents the absorption into your pets body. This can give you a chance to induce vomiting if your veterinarian approves.
Remain Calm.
Patience and calm while on the phone will get you better results. Your pet needs you to remain calm. Any other duties may have to be administered by you. Remain calm for your pets sake.
Have product labels handy.
Be ready to tell your veterinarian what your pet injested. You will need to know your pets weight, and give a good estimate of the volume of poison or medicines injested.
Keep a poison hotline phone number.
Have a poison hotline phone number posted where you can see it. You don't want to be thumbing through a phone book when your dog or cat needs you. Preparation is the key. It only takes a few minutes.
Clean environment.
Keep your pets environment free of toxins, medicines, chemicals and poisons.
Acting smart and acting quickly can save your dog or cats life. Remaining calm is the key. Your pet needs you to remain calm. Swift efficiency on your part can keep your pet safe.
