I asked Google Bird what to do.
my question
My dog ate the flowers and leaves of my astilbe plant. Please tell me in detail what to do.
Google Bard’s answer
Astilbe flowers and leaves are toxic to dogs. If ingested by mistake, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and difficulty breathing may occur. In severe cases, it can lead to convulsions and coma.
If your dog has eaten astilbe flowers or leaves, take them to the vet immediately. A veterinarian will check the symptoms and provide appropriate treatment.
Below, we will introduce first aid before taking your pet to a veterinary hospital.
- Check to see if there are any astilbe flowers or leaves left in your dog’s mouth and remove them if they are present.
- Give your dog water or milk to dilute the astilbe in his stomach and induce vomiting.
- If you can’t make your dog vomit, go to a veterinarian and have them prescribe medication to induce vomiting.
- Observe your dog closely, and if symptoms worsen, take him to a veterinarian immediately.
Medications prescribed at the veterinary hospital include anti-nausea, anti-diarrheal drugs, sedatives, and intravenous fluids. In addition, if symptoms are severe, hospitalization may be required.
Astilbe is a flower often seen in gardens and parks. Be careful not to let your dog eat it so that it doesn’t accidentally ingest it.
The specific treatment will depend on your dog’s weight, amount eaten, and severity of symptoms. First of all, carefully observe your dog and if you notice anything unusual, take him to the vet immediately.