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Looks like the dog ate the vinca. Could you please tell me in detail what to do?

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Immediate Actions:

  • Contact your veterinarian immediately: Call your emergency veterinarian or animal poison control center. Provide them with the following information:
    • Type of plant ingested (vinca)
    • Amount ingested (if known)
    • Breed and weight of the dog
  • Induce vomiting (if instructed by a veterinarian): Follow the veterinarian's instructions for inducing vomiting safely. Do not induce vomiting if your dog is unconscious or having seizures.

Potential Symptoms to Monitor:

  • Gastrointestinal symptoms: vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain
  • Neurological symptoms: tremors, seizures, lethargy
  • Cardiovascular symptoms: irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure
  • Liver damage: jaundice, yellowing of the gums
  • Kidney damage
  • Death (in severe cases)

Treatment:

  • Gastric lavage: Your veterinarian may flush the dog's stomach with activated charcoal to remove any remaining plant material.
  • Intravenous fluids: To keep the dog hydrated and support blood pressure.
  • Anti-nausea medications: To control vomiting.
  • Anti-seizure medications: To prevent or control seizures.
  • Blood transfusions: In severe cases, blood transfusions may be necessary to replace damaged blood cells.
  • Liver and kidney support: Medications or treatments to protect and support these organs.

Prognosis:

The prognosis for vinca poisoning depends on the following factors:

  • Amount ingested
  • Time elapsed since ingestion
  • Breed and size of the dog
  • Severity of symptoms

Prevention:

  • Keep vinca plants out of reach of pets.
  • Train your dog to avoid eating plants.
  • Be aware of the common plants that can be toxic to dogs.

Note: It is crucial to seek professional veterinary care immediately if you suspect vinca poisoning in your dog. Vinca can be a highly toxic plant, and treatment is essential to prevent severe complications or death.

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