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This article was co-written by Natalie Punt, DVM. Natalie Punt is a veterinarian, founder and CEO of mPet. She specializes in small animal emergency, general medicine and veterinary economics. Punt holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of California, Davis, a master’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Buffalo, and a veterinarian degree from the Western University of Health Sciences.
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Blue, purple, white, or brick red gums or tongue are common signs of poisoning in dogs. You should also take your dog to the vet right away if the heart rate is above 180 beats/min. The body temperature of poisoned dogs is usually above 39 degrees Celsius. You should also pay attention if the dog loses its balance or cannot determine the direction. If poisoned, dogs often vomit and have diarrhea. In addition, poisoned dogs may pant and labor for more than 30 minutes or wheeze. Dogs suddenly lose their appetite is also a sign of poisoning. If you suspect that your dog has been poisoned, take your dog to the vet.
Steps
Dog body check
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Observe the dog’s mouth. A dog’s gums and tongue can range from bluish-gray to slightly pink. If your dog’s gums naturally turn black, you should observe the dog’s tongue. If the gums or tongue are blue, purple, white, brick red, or bright red, you should take your dog to the vet right away. Changes in the color of gums and tongue indicate poor blood circulation throughout the body. [1] X Research Source
- You can also use the “capillary blood return to normal” (CRT) method to check for toxins that interfere with blood flow. Push up on the dog’s upper lip, while pressing the canine gums with your thumb. Release your thumb then check the color of the spot you just pressed. Normally, the color of the gums will change from white to pink within 2 seconds. [2] X Research Source If it takes longer (more than 3 seconds), you should take your dog to the vet right away.
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Check heart rate. If the heart rate is above 180 beats per minute, the dog may be poisoned and needs to be examined by a veterinarian immediately. The normal resting heart rate of an adult dog is about 70-140 beats per minute. Large dogs often have a slower heart rate.
- You can check and feel your dog’s heart rate by placing your hand on the left chest, behind the elbow. To calculate heart rate per minute, you would count the heart rate for 15 seconds then multiply by 4. [3] X Research Source
- To be sure, you can write down your dog’s normal heart rate in a notebook to see when needed. Some dogs are born with a heart that beats faster than normal.
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Check your dog’s temperature with a thermometer. A dog’s normal temperature range is around 38-39 degrees Celsius . [4] X Source A fever does not necessarily mean poisoning, but fever can be a sign of many other illnesses. Stress or agitation can be a sign of hyperthermia in dogs. If your dog is lethargic, sick, and has a high temperature, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. [5] X Research Sources
- Ask someone to help take your dog’s temperature. One person holds the dog’s head while the other pushes the thermometer into the rectum under the dog’s tail. Use grease or water containing KY lubricant to lubricate the thermometer. You should use a digital thermometer.
Identify changes in behavior
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Test your dog’s balance. If the dog is dizzy, disoriented or dizzy, the dog may be experiencing neurological or cardiac problems or hypoglycemia due to poisoning. You should take your dog to the vet as soon as you see signs of loss of balance in the dog. [6] X Research Sources
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Watch for signs of vomiting and diarrhea. Vomiting and diarrhea are both unusual signs. Dogs seem to be trying to get rid of the foreign poison by vomiting and diarrhea. You should check the color, consistency, and what’s in your dog’s stool/vomit. If normal, dog poop is usually thick and brown in color. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your dog’s poop is loose, yellow, green, or black.
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Pay attention to your dog’s breathing. Dogs panting to cool off is normal and common. However, panting, laboring and lasting for more than 30 minutes indicates a problem with the dog’s breathing or heart. If you find that your dog is wheezing or intermittent, you should take your dog to the vet right away because the dog may have ingested something toxic to the lungs. [7] X Research Sources
- You can determine the dog’s breathing rate in 1 minute by observing the dog’s chest, counting the number of times the dog breathes in 15 seconds then multiplying by 4. The normal breathing rate of the dog is about 10-30 times / minute.
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Watch for signs of anorexia. Suddenly stopping eating can be a sign that your dog has swallowed poison. Call your veterinarian right away if your dog refuses to eat for more than 24 hours. [8] X Research Sources
Call for help
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Write down the symptoms in your dog in detail. Make a note of the initial symptoms of poisoning and the measures you took to relieve these symptoms. The more information you provide, the better expert support you will get.
- Do not give the dog any water to drink after the dog has been poisoned. Water can facilitate the rapid spread of toxins throughout the body. [9] X Research Source
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Identify the source of the poison. You should walk around the house and yard to identify toxins such as rat bait, antifreeze, fungus or fertilizer. You should look out for an overturned can, a damaged prescription bottle, a spilled liquid or a rummage of household chemicals. [10] X Research Source
- If you suspect your dog has ingested a toxic product, you should check the safety warnings on the packaging. Most products with toxic ingredients often print the company’s phone number on the package so that customers can call for advice. Here are the toxic substances that dogs regularly ingest:
- Forest mushrooms (must check each mushroom in the reference text)
- Moldy walnuts
- Oleander
- Lily of the Valley / Tuberose
- Ten Thousand Youths
- The foxglove tree
- Household cleaning products
- Snail scum (contains Metaldehyde)
- Pesticides
- Herbicide
- Some fertilizers
- Chocolate (especially dark chocolate or cake chocolate)
- Xylitp (sugar-free gum)
- Macadamia Nuts
- Onion
- Grapes/Raisins
- Fermented dough
- Alcohol (alcohol) [11] X Research Source
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Call a poison control center or veterinarian. Poison control center hotlines are not just for people. Poison can have the same effect on both humans and dogs so a poison control center representative can advise you. [12] X Research Source In addition, you can also call the vet. You should describe the symptoms and possible causes of toxicity. [13] X Trusted Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Go to Source Talk to your veterinarian about any issues related to dog poisoning. Ask your veterinarian if the symptoms of poisoning you have just described require immediate medical attention.
- Do not force your dog to vomit unless instructed. After 2 hours, the poison can be expelled from the stomach after vomiting. [14] X Research Sources Bates, Nicpa, and Nick Edwards. “Emetics In The Management Of Poisoning.” <i>Companion Animal</i> 19.8 (2014): 433-436. However, if the dog has difficulty breathing, is dizzy, or gradually loses consciousness, forcing the dog to vomit can cause the dog to suffocate while vomiting. [15] X Research Source
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Take your dog to the vet. Time is of the essence in treating dog poisoning. If symptoms persist after your veterinarian makes an initial diagnosis, you should take your dog to the vet immediately. Find the nearest veterinary clinic within 24 hours if symptoms persist for more than 1 week or occur overnight.
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This article was co-written by Natalie Punt, DVM. Natalie Punt is a veterinarian, founder and CEO of mPet. She specializes in small animal emergency, general medicine and veterinary economics. Punt holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of California, Davis, a master’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Buffalo, and a veterinarian degree from the Western University of Health Sciences.
There are 8 references cited in this article that you can see at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 51,347 times.
Blue, purple, white, or brick red gums or tongue are common signs of poisoning in dogs. You should also take your dog to the vet right away if the heart rate is above 180 beats/min. The body temperature of poisoned dogs is usually above 39 degrees Celsius. You should also pay attention if the dog loses its balance or cannot determine the direction. If poisoned, dogs often vomit and have diarrhea. In addition, poisoned dogs may pant and labor for more than 30 minutes or wheeze. Dogs suddenly lose their appetite is also a sign of poisoning. If you suspect that your dog has been poisoned, take your dog to the vet.
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