I woke up today to find my 11 pound jack russel had chewed up a thermometer. It was about three inches long, and an inch around. I think I was able to find most of the glass, but I am sure some of it was ate. Also, what are the chances of her getting mercury poisoning from this? Should I try feeding her a cotton ball (apparently it says that collects sharp objects), or bread ... or something? I'm actually mostly worried about the mercury.
2007-08-30 02:42:54 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
You dog does not have mercury poisoning, unless the thermometer is very, very old. They havent made thermometers with Mercury for at least 20 years, and probably more like 30, due to it being so toxic, that it was a real danger having people put it in glass in their mouths. That being said, the glass, if your dog got some in its stomach, can kill your dog. Get it to the vet on an emergency basis, and be ready for a huge bill to get it taken out- probably well over $1000.
2007-08-30 02:51:33 · answer #1 · answered by bmwdriver11 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm assuming you're in the US, sorry if I'm wrong. They phased out mercury thermometers long ago, how old is the thermometer? Even if it IS mercury, your dog may be able to be treated as they even used it form medicinal purposes (to unblock the GI tract) years ago. To be o the safe side, take the dog to the nearet Vet, and take the thermometer and they'll advise you on what to do from there. Good luck, I hope your Jack turns out to be ok.
2007-08-30 03:10:36 · answer #2 · answered by nikiandneish 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
So am I. Call the pet poison control number 1-888-426-4435 or take her immediately to the vet.
2007-08-30 02:49:23 · answer #3 · answered by Cheryl P 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to extract the mercury with a magnet. Make dog ingest magnet and the mercury shall be passed out of the system with the magnet.
2007-08-30 02:54:45 · answer #4 · answered by calvin o 5 · 0⤊ 5⤋
Gee...why not get off the freaking computer and your dog to the vet ASAP!
2007-08-30 02:49:05 · answer #5 · answered by margarita 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
vet to get stomach checked. cotton might get stuck in the throat if not given right
2007-08-30 02:50:12 · answer #6 · answered by Shawnie 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What the h*** your dog are doing?! Take it to see a doctor!
2007-08-30 02:48:58 · answer #7 · answered by evil_man 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
GO TO THE VET FOR FUC*S SAKES WHY ARE YOU HERE I WOULD BE FLIPPING OUT YOUR DOG IS PROBABLY GOING TO DIE~~ GO TO THE VET MAN!!!
2007-08-30 02:49:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
VET! VET! VET! NOW.
2007-08-30 02:53:41 · answer #9 · answered by Divine Miss M 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
VET. NOW.
2007-08-30 02:47:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋