Rodenticide poison, if ingested by a dog or a cat, can cause problems ranging from an inability to clot blood, respiratory distress, neurologic problems such as seizures, and ultimately death. Say no to glue traps. Also known as sticky traps, glue traps should also be avoided in homes with or without pets.
Can mouse poison hurt cats?
Mouse and rat poisons won't harm dogs or cats. The most common rodenticides cause one of three things: internal bleeding, brain swelling, or hypercalcemia (high calcium level, which can lead to things like kidney failure). Keep mouse and rat poisons well out of reach of pets.
What happens if an animal eats a poisoned mouse?
The answer is yes, a dog can get sick and die from eating a poisoned rat or mouse. It's known as secondary poisoning as it gets into your dog's system via a rodent already poisoned. According to a pest control expert I spoke to, in most cases a dog will be sick after eating a poisoned mouse.
How long does it take for mouse poison to affect a cat?
After ingesting this type of bait, it takes 1-2 days for vitamin K1 and clotting factors in the body to be used up. Next, it takes 3-7 days before signs of poisoning occur due to blood loss.
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