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Poisoning (food / plant / chemical)
Chocolate, xylitol, rodenticide, antifreeze and more can be fatal; onset speed varies by toxin.
π Related symptoms
Typical symptoms ranked by diagnostic value β tap for the full symptom page
β Home-care checklist
- βIdentify the substance and keep the packaging/remains
- βDo not induce vomiting yourself (corrosives cause secondary injury)
- βCheck our poison lookup tool
- βContact an animal hospital or poison hotline immediately
π₯ When to see a vet
- β Confirmed or suspected ingestion of any toxic substance
- β Drooling, tremors, seizures or a wobbly gait
πΎ Predisposed breeds
Can occur in any breed β no specific predisposition
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