Rat poison is highly dangerous to dogs and can often be fatal to them if they ingest it. Rat poison and dogs shouldn't really live in the same house, and if you do have a rat problem, we advise using other methods of getting rid of them.
What happens if a dog eats a poisoned rat?
If your dog has eaten an anticoagulant rat poison they are at risk of internal bleeding which can be fatal if not treated quickly. Signs may not display until around 3-5 days after ingestion so it's still vital that your dog receives treatment for rat poisoning, even if they aren't showing any symptoms.
Can a dog get over rat poison?
Anticoagulant Rodenticides Depending on the dosage ingested, your dog may recover from one week to one month. In that time period, it's vital to monitor their condition and report any signs of illness to your veterinarian. Poisoning in dogs can be expensive to treat.
How do you know if a dog is killed by rat poison?
Common signs of poisoning: Increased thirst and urination, weakness, lethargy, a decreased appetite, and halitosis (“uremic” breath). Acute kidney failure develops 2-3 days after ingestion. Often by this point, significant and permanent damage has already occurred to the body.
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