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Immediate Actions:
- Call a veterinarian immediately: Contact your veterinarian or the nearest emergency animal hospital and provide them with as much information as possible.
- Induce vomiting: If your veterinarian advises, you may induce vomiting by giving your dog 1 teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide per 5 lbs of body weight. Do not induce vomiting if your dog is lethargic, unconscious, or having seizures.
- Protect your dog from further ingestion: Keep your dog away from any remaining cypress foliage or mulch.
Cypress Toxicity:
Cypress plants (Cupressus spp.) contain thujaplicin, a toxic compound that can cause the following symptoms:
- Gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain)
- Lethargy
- Tremors
- Seizures
- Neurological dysfunction
- Liver and kidney damage
Treatment:
The treatment for cypress toxicity will depend on the severity of the symptoms and the amount of cypress ingested.
- Activated charcoal: Your veterinarian may administer activated charcoal to absorb the toxins from the digestive tract.
- Intravenous fluids: Fluids will help flush the toxins from the body and prevent dehydration.
- Anticonvulsants: If your dog is experiencing seizures, your veterinarian may administer anticonvulsant medications.
- Liver and kidney function monitoring: Your veterinarian will monitor your dog’s liver and kidney function through blood tests to assess any damage.
- Supportive care: Your dog may require rest, pain medication, and nutritional support during recovery.
Prognosis:
The prognosis for cypress toxicity depends on the amount of cypress ingested and the promptness of treatment. Dogs that ingest large amounts of cypress or develop severe symptoms, such as seizures or neurological dysfunction, may have a poor prognosis.
Prevention:
- Keep cypress plants out of reach of dogs.
- Remove any cypress mulch or foliage from your yard or garden.
- Educate children and other family members about the dangers of cypress to dogs.
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