Puppies are very nosy and inquisitive and will frequently ingest the most inappropriate items. Items such as socks and underwear are frequently on the missing list ! Such items may pass but equally may cause an obstruction which can be life-threatening.
Always contact the surgery for advice if you think your pet has ingested any unsuitable material. Below is a list of materials which are frequently ingested some of which should cause concern and some less so
Toxic- seek immediate advice:-
- Slug pellets
- Chocolate
- Human medicines
- Plant bulbs
- Raisins, onion, avocado, garlic and liquorice
- Rat poison
Low toxicity
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- Polystyrene
- Silica gel
- Wax candles or crayons
- Holly
- Matches
- Antacids, oral contraceptives or HRT
- Bluetac
