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Antifreeze Dog Poison"Antifreeze dog poison needs to be taken care of immediately including vomiting and contact with a veterinarian." If your dog drinks Antifreeze you must act immediately. It is one of the most toxic things a dog can ingest. Dogs are attracted to its sweet smell and taste. Since it is often drained from cars and left in puddles on the street, a dog could easily come in contact with the substance. As little as 1 tablespoon of antifreeze can cause the kidneys to shut down or death if not treated immediately. Take Immediate Action if Dog Ingests Antifreeze1. CALL - If you suspect antifreeze poisoning call an emergency veterinary clinic, your veterinarian or if you can't reach someone immediately call the ASPCA 24 hour poison hot line at (888) 426-4435.2. INDUCE VOMITING - Vomiting will get as much antifreeze out of your dogs system as possible. 3. RACE TO VET - your vet will give your dog 4-methylpyrazole or ethanol to keep the antifreeze from breaking down into toxins. Effect of Antifreeze in DogDog antifreeze poisoning can cause kidney failure or death.Precaution To Avoid Antifreeze Poisoning in DogsAntifreeze that contains propylene glycol such as the brand Sierra are not as harmful as antifreeze that doesn't contain this ingredient. While it will still make your dog sick such as stomach upset or problems with the nervous system, it shouldn't cause the kidney damage. Even with this brand, contact your veterinarian immediately.Consider Natural Supplements After TreatmentToxins weaken the immune system in addition to the general health of your dog. After consulting a veterinarian and after treatment consider adding a natural supplement to the diet designed to aide the body with toxin removal. PetAlive makes a supplement called DetoxPlus that combines many of the needed ingredients.SourcesThe Doctors Book of Home Remedies for Dogs and CatsPrevention Magazine Brevitz, Betsy, DVM From Antifreeze Dog Poison to More on Dog Poisoning To Dog Health Guide Home
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