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What happens if a dog eats a live rat?

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Created: 2022-06-13 12:45:11

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Whilst catching a mouse or a rat may be a natural activity for cats and in some cases, dogs, eating rodents can have undesirable consequences on our pets. Dangers include infection from intestinal worms and/or toxoplasmosis as well as the possibility of suffering from secondary rat bait poisoning.


What do I do if my dog ate a rat?

If you suspect your dog ate a rat that could have been poisoned, consult with your vet. Your vet may decide to induce vomiting if still on time (generally within 2 hours of ingestion) or may run some blood clotting tests (called PT/PTT).

Why would my dog eat a rat?

It is instinctive for cats and dogs to pursue small prey, such as rodents and birds. In some cases, pets simply pursue and kill the prey. In other cases, the prey animal is consumed by pets.

Should I be concerned about my dog killing a rat?

Since rats can transmit disease through blood, if a dog kills a rat, it is possible the contamination can occur through the mouth. However, even simply having the rat in their mouth can pass on bacteria if it is on their fur.

Should I be worried if my dog ate a mouse?

A poisoned mouse can seriously harm a dog if it is swallowed. Yes, even if the toxin is only present in small amounts. If your pup has eaten a dead mouse or one caught near a populated area where people are likely to put out rodenticides, call your local pet poisoning hotline or your veterinarian immediately.

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