Even the most responsible owners can't care for their pet 24/7. Unforeseen circumstances, including poisoning, cannot be ruled out. In such a situation, it's important to know how to induce vomiting in a dog.
When to induce vomiting in a dog
There are frequent cases of dogs vomiting Tylenol or Aspirin.
This measure will help if no more than 1.5 hours have passed since the poisoning and the toxic substances have not yet entered the intestines. It is necessary to know exactly what the animal was poisoned with.
Emergency action is necessary if the dog has eaten:
- poison for rats and mice;
- medicinal preparations;
- poisonous plants (daffodils, azaleas);
- arsenic-based weed control compound;
- grapes or raisins, chocolate;
- antifreeze.
The gag reflex helps clear the stomach and prevent intoxication of the body as a result of poisoning.
Methods for stimulating the gag reflex
To induce vomiting faster, you can give the dog a little food
When inducing vomiting, the breed and age of the animal must be taken into account. For small dogs or puppies, the dosage of the chosen medication should be reduced. Effective methods:
- Hydrogen peroxide. For every 1 kg of the dog's weight, 1 ml of 3% hydrogen peroxide is required. It should be diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio. Then, draw the solution into an ear or eye dropper and squeeze the contents onto the back of the tongue. If vomiting does not occur within 20 minutes, repeat the procedure at the same dose.
- Water. Using a syringe, you need to pour up to 3 liters of ordinary warm water into the esophagus.
- Potassium permanganate solution. Make a pale pink solution (2–3 liters). Mix all granules thoroughly to avoid burning the mucous membranes.
- Vaseline oil. It will have a dual effect: it will induce vomiting and protect the stomach. The recommended dosage is 50–100 ml. The oil should be free of flavorings, colorings, or additives.
- Apomorphine hydrochloride. The medication will induce vomiting within a few minutes. The problem is that it's available in pharmacies only with a doctor's prescription, so it's not readily available. The medication is administered subcutaneously, with a dose based on the animal's weight of 0.001–0.005 g. If there's no effect, the medication is not reused.
- Salt. Sprinkle 0.5 teaspoon of table salt on the back of the tongue. If there's no reaction, prepare a saline solution—4 teaspoons per 500 ml of water. Apply it to the cheek with a syringe. Veterinarians have different opinions on this method. Some doctors don't recommend salt because it can cause severe dehydration in an already weakened body.
Popular advice includes giving your dog ipecac syrup, mustard, and vodka. However, it's best to avoid these remedies, as they can be toxic and worsen the dog's condition.
Once vomiting has stopped, give your pet enterosorbents to completely eliminate the toxins. Enterosgel (5 ml per 10 kg of body weight) or activated charcoal (1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight) are suitable. Since vomiting dehydrates the body, give your dog small, frequent sips of water.
When should you contact a veterinarian?
Do not induce vomiting in a dog without consulting a veterinarian.
The pet should be taken to the doctor as soon as possible if the poisoning is unknown or more than 1.5 hours have passed.
You also cannot take any measures on your own if:
- the dog is unconscious;
- swallowed gasoline, bleach, drain cleaner;
- there is bleeding from the esophagus or lungs;
- convulsions began;
- the animal swallowed an object with sharp edges;
- the object is stuck in the throat, if vomiting begins, the vomit will completely block the airway, which will lead to the death of the dog;
- The dog is pregnant.
Even if vomiting is induced and the pet feels better, a visit to the veterinarian is necessary. The doctor will prescribe further treatment.
