One of the most common questions asked of pest control companies is whether eating a poisoned mouse can kill a dog. 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.
What happens if a dog eats a poisoned rat?
Is rat poison harmful to dogs? Rat and mouse poisons, also known as rodenticides, are products formulated to kill rodents. The chemicals used in these products are often highly toxic to dogs and can cause internal bleeding, kidney failure, organ damage and even death if eaten by your dog.
What if a dog eats a mouse that has been poisoned?
What should I do if my dog eats rat and mouse poison? If your dog has eaten a rodenticide, it's important that you contact your vet for advice immediately. To help them gauge whether your dog needs treatment you may need to give them: Details about the poison (product name, active ingredient etc.)
Can a dog get sick from eating a baited rat?
The risk of poisoning will depend on the amount of bait your dog has ingested, the active ingredient, the concentration of active ingredient in the bait and the size of your dog. We can rapidly determine if your dog will be at risk of poisoning, and in these cases will recommend urgent veterinary assessment.
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