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Yes, and this is one of the more common toxins that dogs will die from (along with chocolate, sugar-free gum and antifreeze). If you suspect your dog has eaten rat poison, take your dog to the veterinarian immediately, along with whatever is left of the rat poison for your veterinarian to look at. Different types of rat poison have different active ingredients that will need to be treated differently.
Yes, in many cases, but it takes a veterinarian to do this. Your veterinarian will probably try to get the dog to vomit back up as much of the poison as possible, then send down some binding agents to keep as much poison in the intestinal system and out of the systemic blood circulation as possible. Also, depending upon the type of rat poison, your veterinarian may administer any of a number of drugs to alleviate the immediate symptoms of the poisoning.
With all toxins, mobidity depends on both the toxin and the dosage. There are a few rat poisons out now (as opposed to the old Arsenic or Strychnine products of a while ago), that attack the nervous and reproductive systems. This makes them more species-specific and the dosage is not cumulative -- so this is a good sign. HOwever, it's very dangerous for a dog to be exposed to rat poison. But as dogs are usually bigger than rats, their survival rate is higher for the same dosage. If you think this exposure has occurred, read the back of the rat poison container for warnings, and what to do. ALso, there should be an emergency number you can call and ask about this dog and this specific toxin. Your vet is a good source too. Call soon. Poisonings are more easily corrected quickly.
If your dog gets into anything poisonous you should get him or her to the vet IMMEDIATELY! What if you ate rat poison? Wouldn't you go to the doctor? The ASPCA also has a toll-free poison control hotline...the phone number is (888) 426-4435. There is a $60 consultation fee that they will bill to a credit card. This service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. When calling be ready with the following information:
- the species, breed, age, sex, weight and number of animals involved
- the animal's symptoms
- information regarding the exposure, including the agent (if known), the amount of the agent involved and the time elapsed since the time of exposure.
Have the product container/packaging available for reference.
Please note: If your animal is having seizures, losing consciousness, is unconscious or is having difficulty breathing, telephone ahead and bring your pet immediately to your local veterinarian or emergency veterinary clinic. If necessary, he or she may call the APCC. The ASPCA also has a website that answers this question... http://www2.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pro_apcc_whattodo
The short answer is, the dog could be dying so it needs to be taken to a veterinarian immediately for treatment.
The longer answer depends upon the type of rat poison (there is a blood-thinner based one and a true kill-the-rat-dead one, as well as numerous variations on each and some less common novel methods), the doseage ingested, how much was vomited back up (the stuff apparently tastes horrible), how large the dog is, what the dog's health status is, etc.
Some rat poisons are very dangerous - the blood-thinner based varieties can cause uncontrollable bleeding and death anytime within a couple of weeks of ingestion. The kill-the-rat-dead poisons tend to work much faster and could leave your dog dead within a matter of hours.
If the dog is ingesting the rat, that means the dog will also ingest the poison. The dog may die, a vet must be called immediately and seen Asap! Rat poison is lethal in general, especially to animals.
Modern commercial rat poisons are just anticoagulants and CANNOT kill anything unless a physical injury that causes bleeding also occurs!
probably get extremely sick, and if not taken to the vet soon enough, pass away.
Take the dog to the vet. Rat poison contains a chemical in it that makes the blood thin and your dog will bleed out. That's how the rat is killed.
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Can a dog die after accidentally eating a rat that has died from poison?
Its possible, take your dog to the vet and have him checked out.
What if the dog is ok after a day eating rat poison will she still dies?
This will depend upon the type of rat poison. If it is a Vitamin K-inhibiting poision, yes your dog could still die even though she is not showing symptoms of intoxication 24 hours after eating the poison. You can call the ASPCA's toxicology hotline and see if the rat poison your dog ate could still be affecting your dog. This is a common intoxication for pets and the operators should be able to help answer your questions.
Can a dog die after being treated for rat poison?
Your dog is pretty much dead.
Are dogs in pain after eating rat poison?
Yes they will be, they will eventually die from the poison. So try not to give them any! :L
Is a sticky rat trap poison?
no, it does not kill the rat from eating
Does a dog get lethargic and have loss of appetite after eating rat poison or chocolate?
Yes... to both questions. Take it to a vet... right away!!!
Can eating rat poison cause you to breathe fire?
No it can not.
Can you die by rat poison?
yes.
Can rat poison kill a pigeon?
Yes, the commonly used poisons for rats and mice will kill raccoons. Raccoons can also die from eating a dead rat or mouse that was killed with poisons.
Will rat poison kill a bear?
i have been putting rat poison out for weeks and realised it was not rats eating it have just discovered and saw badger eating out of rat box..so upset as i dont wish to kill a badger
Will rat poison kill a duck?
i have been putting rat poison out for weeks and realised it was not rats eating it have just discovered and saw badger eating out of rat box..so upset as i dont wish to kill a badger
How long will a dog live after eating rat poison if not treated?
Yes, rat poison will kill a dog. It could be a very short period of time, depending on the amount of poison involved. Contact a vet immediately. Intentionally feeding a dog poison is a criminal act and can result in criminal charges and jail time.
