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Metaldehyde Poisoning possibly what treatment after 24 hrs

Submitted: 385 days and 4 hours ago via PetPlace.
Category: Dog
Value: $9
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Age: 4; Male; Breed: yorkie

Already Tried:
electrolyte oral fluid 10ml every 1hr-30 min, charcol capsule diluted w/the electrolyte fluid 10ml, a little yogurt

Posted by Pat 385 days and 4 hours ago.

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Are you sure that this is the thing he ate?
If so, the best thing to do for your money is call poison control with the amount he ate and the concentration of the metaldehyde (on the bottle)
They can give you the most accurate info:
http://gensuzanne.blogspot.com/2008/10/chatty-cathy-much.html
Best of luck.
Dr. Pat

385 days and 4 hours ago.

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IT WAS NOT IN A BOTTLE, it could of been a mushroom or a snail Slug. what is the treatment what should i try ?????

Posted by Pat 385 days and 3 hours ago.

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It sounds as if you are not sure. Again your best bet is to call the number above.
I know this is not an "answer" . But it is the best advice for you and your situation.
There are many many possibilities and it would be irresponsible for me to suggest a treatment without knowing exactly what your dog has ingested.He needs an emergency vet and again the number above.
Dr. Pat

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Dr Pat is correct the best option is emergency vet care for your dog if your own vet is not available for off hours care.

You can read here about this toxin and its side effects and the care given for it

http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=1423&S=1

there is no direct antidote but there is supportive care which may help a dog through the exposure. It sounds like you have started care but that the dog isn't doing well so the best option is more in person care.

This site may help you locate an emergency vet if you need one

http://www.vetlocator.com/hotline.php

Hope this helps you!

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