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Dog Poisoning SubstancesDog poisoning substances are everywhere. They can be found even in your own home since there are quite a few substances that can cause dog poisoning. Here are the most common ones: 
Dog Poisoning Substances - ArsenicsArsenics can be found in insecticides, herbicides, pesticides, wood preservatives, detergents, etc.Signs of Poisoning Arsenics are highly toxic and fast acting. Signs of poisoning usually occur within 30 minutes of ingestion and death occurs in a few hours. Therefore, if you suspect that your dog has ingested arsenic, don't wait. Rush him to a veterinarian hospital right away. TopDog Poisoning Substances - LeadLead can be found in old paints, insecticides, ceramics, batteries, gasoline, etc.Signs of Poisoning Lead in the stomach or intestines may show up on x-rays and prompt veterinary care can reverse most symptoms. If a dog that has ingested lead is left untreated, death may occur several weeks after signs of poisoning begin. TopDog Poisoning Substances - Ethylene GlycolEthylene glycol can be found in antifreeze, windshield de-icer, brake, and transmission fluids, etc.Signs of Poisoning It takes only about 1/2 teaspoon per pound for a dog to get a toxic dose of ethylene glycol (and less for a cat). The poison affects both the animal's neurological and kidney function, but the most severe damage usually involves the kidneys. Therefore, the antifreeze should be flushed through the animal’s system as fast as possible. Seek veterinary help immediately. If treatment is provided less than 4 hours after ingestion, absorption can be prevented by induced vomiting and stomach wash. TopDog Poisoning Substances - PhenolsPhenols are contained in Lysol, fungicides, herbicides, and wood preservatives.Signs of Poisoning
Phenol poisoning can occur through skin absorption or through ingestion and it can be fatal. If you know that your dog has ingested phenol, give him evaporated milk and olive oil to prevent absorption (if poisoning is recognized early on). If exposure is on skin, wash the dog with soap and water. Take him to a veterinarian immediately. TopDog Poisoning Substances - Flea ProductsFlea products, such as flea shampoos, powders, collars, sprays and dips, that contain organophosphates and carbamates can cause irregularities in the transmission of nerve impulses. Dogs are less sensitive to the chemicals than cats, but they can also show adverse reaction, especially if a high dosage is used. In fact, if more than one method is used on a dog (e.g. dipping a dog and then putting a flea collar on), the result can lead to illness or death.Signs of Poisoning
If you suspect your dog is having an adverse reaction to a flea product, bathe him thoroughly to remove the toxins. Take him to a veterinarian immediately for an antidote. Some flea products contain pyrethrins which are less toxic than organophosphates and carbarnates, but some dogs may react with symptoms like increased salivation, vomiting and depression. Unfortunately, there is no antidote to pyrethrins - take your dog to a vet if you suspect pyrethrin poisoning. TopDog Poisoning Substances - NSAID ToxicityAlthough non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are prescribed by veterinarians to relieve pain from arthritis and other conditions in dogs, do remember that human dosages of these drugs are much stronger than animal dosages. Therefore, as a general rule of thumb, don't give human medications to your pet, and keep all human medications out of the reach of your pet.An overdose of NSAID will cause signs of poisoning by decreasing the mucous production in the stomach. Mucous serves to protect the stomach from the acids it secretes and reduction in mucous production increases the likelihood of ulcer formation. In addition, these drugs indirectly decrease the blood flow to vital organs, particularly the kidneys, and can result in significant kidney damage. Signs of Poisoning If your dog has ingested NSAID, take him to a vet immediately. The vet may induce vomiting, followed by giving sodium bicarbonate to cause alkalinisation of the urine to increase excretion of salicylates. Antacids may be required to counteract gastric irritation. TopDog Poisoning Substances - ChocolateChocolate contains theobromine which is poisonous to pets, especially to small dogs. The toxic dose of theobromine for pets is 100-200mg/kg. However, reports from the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) have indicated that even much lower doses (20 mg/kg) can cause problems.Theobromine triggers epileptic seizures in the animal, and can cause cardiac arrest and death. Additionally, chocolate irritates the gastrointestinal tract, leading to internal bleeding. Signs of Poisoning
If your dog has had a feast on chocolate, try to induce vomiting and seek veterinary help immediately. TopDog Poisoning Substances - PlantsThere are quite a few plants, both inside the house and out in the yard or in the wild, that are poisonous to our pets. Please be sure to keep these household plants away from your dog!These plants may cause heart problems if ingested:
These leaves contain substances that can produce kidney failure:
For a complete listing of common toxic plants for pets, please visit the website of ASPCA. vetmedicine.about.com
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