I broke a mercury thermometer and one of my 2 dogs swallowed the liquid mercury that came out of the tip. Do I have to worry? Some web sites say it is OK, some websites say it is toxic and needs to be treated.
2006-10-27 07:10:42 · 10 answers · asked by edmundchein 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
If it is just a little bit you should be okay. Call a vet-they will usually just tell you if you need to bring the dog in.
2006-10-27 07:13:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is toxic but I think it cannot be treated, Mercury goes into the bloodstream and settles in the brain. See a vet to be sure.
2006-10-27 14:20:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know its very toxic for humans so I would think its toxic for them as well and I guess it really depends on the amount they had. I would try to get them to drink alot of water and be watchful for any possible health effects.
2006-10-27 14:22:11 · answer #3 · answered by Holla 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mercury is highly poisonous. even touching it with our hands is poisonous. u should take ur dog in for an evaluation with the vet to be safe.
2006-10-27 14:15:15 · answer #4 · answered by snagglepuss731 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well are you sure its a mercury thermometer because in the last few years they have been making them with color alchol
2006-10-27 14:14:03 · answer #5 · answered by Gods_Princess 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am really not sure but call the pet doctor today and find out. Call as soon as possible, to make sure
Darleen
2006-10-27 14:14:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
ahhhh yea! take it to the vet like now!
2006-10-27 15:41:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You haven't called your vet already? What is wrong with you???
2006-10-27 14:18:00 · answer #8 · answered by Loli M 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes it is. It's a poisonous substance. Please take quickly to the vet.
2006-10-27 14:27:58 · answer #9 · answered by nyclastof9 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES !
2006-10-27 14:16:10 · answer #10 · answered by jim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋