Recognizing Signs of Poisoning in Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide

🚫Gastrointestinal signs, such as drooling, regurgitation, vomiting, and diarrhea, are common symptoms of poisoning in dogs.

⚡Neurological signs, including wobbliness, twitching, tremors, convulsions, and seizures, can indicate poisoning in dogs.

💉Blood problems, such as bleeding from the nose, gums, or in the feces or vomit, can be a sign of poisoning in dogs.

💔Respiratory issues, like difficulty breathing, fast breathing, or abdominal movement, may indicate poisoning in dogs.

🌡️Kidney or liver damage can result from poisoning, causing symptoms like lethargy, vomiting, increased drinking, or changes in urine.

What are the common symptoms of poisoning in dogs?

—Common symptoms include gastrointestinal signs, neurological signs, blood problems, respiratory issues, and kidney or liver damage.

When should I be concerned that my dog has been poisoned?

—If your dog shows signs of dullness, depression, vomiting or diarrhea with blood, or unusual color changes in vomit or diarrhea, it is important to seek veterinary advice.

How can I check my dog's heart rate?

—Place your hand on the left side of their chest by their elbow, count the number of beats in 15 seconds, and multiply that number by four. Normal heart rates vary based on the size of the dog.

What are the signs of kidney or liver damage in a poisoned dog?

—Signs of kidney or liver damage include lethargy, decreased appetite, vomiting, increased drinking, and changes in urine color or frequency.

Is prevention the best way to protect my dog from poisoning?

—Yes, it is best to prevent access to common poisons by securing them in lockable cupboards or sheds and becoming familiar with the poisons that can affect dogs.

00:00Introduction to the topic and importance of recognizing signs of poisoning in dogs.

00:57Various potential poisons that can affect pets and the need to be aware of them.

01:41Gastrointestinal signs, such as drooling, regurgitation, vomiting, and diarrhea, are common symptoms of poisoning.

02:47Neurological signs, including wobbliness, twitching, tremors, convulsions, and seizures, can indicate poisoning.

04:03Blood problems, such as bleeding from the nose, gums, or in the feces or vomit, can be a sign of poisoning.

06:11Respiratory issues, like difficulty breathing, fast breathing, or abdominal movement, may indicate poisoning.

07:31Kidney or liver damage can result from poisoning, causing symptoms like lethargy, vomiting, increased drinking, or changes in urine.

08:40The importance of prevention and avoiding access to common poisons.