We used a form of weed killer, at the moment i cant remember what kind it is...but since my husband sprayed the yard, Jake has been vomiting, very lethargic, not eating, when he does drink water he throws it all up....need suggestions on how long this may last or warning signs i should look for...
2007-06-03 09:42:15 · 16 answers · asked by love_fool_87111 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
YOU ARE SEEING THE WARNING SIGNS, I am a veterinary nurse at a emergency clinic and although there are dog friendly weed killers out there, alot can still cause serious problems. The signs are what you mentioned but it could just be a coincidence and he may have another problem.
1 = gastritis, a bug he has picked up, he will need treatment as he will get dehydrated which if left can be fatal.
2 = a FB, he could of eaten something that is stuck or his intestines could be twisted, he will need to see a vet asap as he may need operated on and he will need to be hydrated.
whatever one it is he needs treatment now otherwise he will become very dehydrated and collapse and if it is the weed killer if he doesnt get supportive treatment he may become worse and it may be 2 late for treatment.
good luck with him but please phone your emergency clinic tonight
2007-06-03 09:57:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hopefully by the time I seen your question, you are on your way to the vet. I hope your dog is going to be fine. For future use here is a couple poison sites. I would print them out.http://workingdogs.com/doc0175htm This site is throwing up another page than what I had found, but just type in poison & hit search on the page that does come up for you. & http://doctordog.com/dogbook/dogpoison.html Here is a phone number for poison control but it read there may be a fee they'll charge to a credit card (that sucks) 1-888-426-4435
2007-06-03 17:12:22 · answer #2 · answered by ® 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
He is dehydrated and probably needs IV fluids.
You did not specify how long ago this was, but I am guessing more than a day, so it is too late to induce vomiting.
What you are describing are the warning signs. You could lose him without medical intervention.
Call you vet today.
Good luck.
2007-06-03 16:51:02 · answer #3 · answered by maxmom 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think it is time for you to take him to a vet he already sounds really sick.
You need to find out what the weed killer was and take the label or the bottle with you so you can show the vet.
2007-06-03 16:54:09 · answer #4 · answered by Silver Moon 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If your child was exhibiting the same symptoms, after your husband sprayed the yard, how long would you wait to go to the emergency room?
You should not own a dog...
2007-06-03 17:03:03 · answer #5 · answered by Buddha13 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You need to get Jake to the vet NOW!
For future reference you need to learn more about being a truly responsible pet owner.
Love your pet, Pandora
2007-06-07 14:56:31 · answer #6 · answered by Pandora R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to call your vet. The symptoms you have described are sighs of poisoning. Please try and remember what the product was or find the box so you know what the active ingredient is. This will help your veterinarian determine what type of treatment is needed and how dangerous it is.
2007-06-03 16:47:52 · answer #7 · answered by gonnella1205 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Take to teh vet IMMEDIATELY. poisons affect teh intestines and kidneys if not treated immeddiatly you dog has a very good cahnce of dying.
DO NOT WAIT ANY LONGER GET TO A VET NOW.
I HOPE IT'S NOT TO LATE.
2007-06-03 16:46:44 · answer #8 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Do you have an emergency clinic or a vet clinic anywhere in the state/provence you live in? TAKE THE DOG TO THE VET!!!!!!
2007-06-03 16:46:10 · answer #9 · answered by Tyler and Kassidy's momma 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Take him to the vet, if jake was human hed be at the doctor.
2007-06-03 16:46:49 · answer #10 · answered by jon s 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋