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Poison - Acids (Bleach, Drain Cleaner)
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Acid poisons include bleach and drain cleaners. Because pets are curious creatures they will tend to get into everything. If they smell a sweet scent or distinct taste they may ingest it and it could become fatal. They can also walk through it or have the poison rub on their fur. It is important to identify the ingested or contacted item and get emergency help immediately. The ASPCA animal poison control will give you more specific information than your local poison control as they specialize with animal poisoning, however they do have a minimal charge.

Symptoms

Steps
1   Try to identify the toxic substance collect any empty bottles or containers, and check for distinctive odors
2   Look for traces in or around the mouth to identify the substance
3   If your dog vomits, note carefully the appearance of the vomit and collect them in a plastic baggy for identification
4   Try to estimate the amount that the pet has eaten
5   If the eye was exposure flush eyes with water or sterile saline for 30 minutes.
6   If the skin was exposed then flush the area with running cool water for 30 minutes
7   Call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center hotline which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at (888) 426-4435 there is a $60 consultation fee, payable by credit card, for this service and this includes follow-up consultation should you or your vet need further assistance with your pet’s case
Warnings
DO NOT induce vomiting or give activated charcoal
Wear gloves while helping your dog to avoid contact with the acid
If your animal is having seizures, losing consciousness, is unconscious or is having difficulty breathing, telephone ahead and bring your pet immediately to your local veterinarian or emergency veterinary clinic
Tips
Note any symptoms that your pet may be having
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center hotline which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at (888) 426-4435

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