⛑️ The Bark-Byte – Pet First-Aid 101: Vol. 2 What to Do If Your Pet Eats Something Toxic

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☢️ Episode Intro: Toxic Snacks & Tailspins

Because your dog doesn’t know the difference between a chew toy and a Tylenol bottle.

Pets are curious, sneaky, and occasionally dumb in the most lovable way. One minute they’re sniffing around the pantry, the next they’ve swallowed something that could turn into an emergency.

In this episode, we’ll cover what’s actually toxic, what signs to look out for, and what to do before, during, and after your pet eats something suspicious.

Table of Contents

• ☢️ Episode Intro: Toxic Snacks & Tailspins

• ☠️ Common Household Toxins for Pets

• ‼️Signs Your Pet Might Be Poisoned

• 🆘 What to Do (Without Freaking Out)

• 🗝️ Key Takeaways:

• 💡 Tele-Vet’s Tip:

  • 💬  Have a Toxic Tail to Share?

• A word from our Sponsor ⭐️

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☠️ Common Household Toxins for Pets

‼️Signs Your Pet Might Be Poisoned

• Vomiting or diarrhea

• Drooling or foaming at the mouth

• Tremors or seizures

• Lethargy or collapse

• Pale gums or abnormal heartbeat

• Excessive thirst or urination

⚠️ If you see any of these signs—get to a vet immediately.

🆘 What to Do (Without Freaking Out)

1. Stay calm.

   (Your pet needs help—not your panic.)

2. Remove access to the toxin.

   Keep any packaging—this helps vets identify ingredients.

3. Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed by a vet.

   Some substances (like bleach) can do more damage on the way back up.

4. Call one of these ASAP:

   • Your vet

   • Nearest emergency animal hospital

   • ASPCA Animal Poison Control: 1-888-426-4435

   • Pet Poison Helpline: 1-855-764-7661

5. Follow instructions exactly.

   If advised to go to the clinic, bring a sample (if safe), packaging, or vomit (yay).

🗝️ Key Takeaways:

✔️ Know the common household toxins for pets
✔️ Learn the early signs of poisoning
✔️ Never guess—call a vet or poison hotline
✔️ Don’t induce vomiting without instructions
✔️ Keep emergency info visible and handy

💡 Tele-Vet’s Tip:

Not sure if your pet really ate something toxic, or just licked it?

Book a virtual consult to triage the situation fast—especially if it’s after-hours or you’re far from a clinic.

🐾📱 Book your first-aid prep session at Tele-Vet

💬  Have a Toxic Tail to Share?

Did your dog steal chocolate cake? Did your cat take a bite out of a lily plant?

Tell us your survival story—or your lesson learned.

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