What are the symptoms of decon poisoning in dogs?

What are the symptoms of decon poisoning in dogs?

Unfortunately, clinical signs of poisoning may not be seen for 1-2 days after exposure. Increased thirst and urination, vomiting, decreased appetite, weakness/lethargy, and an ammonia or urine smell to the breath can all develop.

How do I know if my dog was poisoned with rat poison?

Common symptoms of toxicosis in dogs include loss of appetite (anorexia), impaired movement, paralysis of the animal’s hind limbs, slight muscle tremors, generalized seizures, and a depression of the central nervous system. Ingestion of extremely high doses may cause a sudden onset of muscle tremors, and even seizures.

What does D Con do to dogs?

Early clinical signs in dogs and cats include polyuria, polydipsia, anorexia, and weakness. Other signs may include vomiting, diarrhea, hind limb paresis, and hyperthermia. Physical examination may reveal arrhythmias, abdominal pain, or oropharyngeal erosions.

How much Dcon can a dog eat?

The rule of thumb for dogs is that a lethal dose consists of between 0.2 and 4 milligrams of brodifacoum for every kilogram of body weight. So, a 75-pound dog would need to eat more than 4 ounces of d-Con mouse poison to approach the bottom end of that range.

What do I do if my dog ate D Con rat poison?

Take your dog to the vet immediately! If you do not suspect rodent poisoning, but your dog is exhibiting these signs, you should still take your dog to a vet immediately! There are rat poisons that cause symptoms right away and others, such as anticoagulants, which may cause problems later.

How do you reverse rat poison in dogs?

The antidote to anticoagulant rodenticide is vitamin K1, a prescription drug. This can be given via injection or by mouth to increase the vitamin k1 levels in the body and prevent bleeding. Depending upon the timing since ingestion and signs, hospitalized care may be needed. Fluids may be administered intravenously.

Can dogs survive being poisoned?

Typically, mild cases of poisoning have high recovery rates. In severe poisoning cases or cases where treatment was delayed the chance of recovery is extremely low. When pets do recover from severe poisoning there can also be long-term damage to their overall health.

Is there rat poison safe for dogs?

Mouse and rat poisons won’t harm dogs or cats. The most common rodenticides cause one of three things: internal bleeding, brain swelling, or hypercalcemia (high calcium level, which can lead to things like kidney failure).