What to Do If Your Dog Ate Ajillo
Ajillo is a Spanish dish made with garlic, olive oil, and other spices. It is typically served with seafood or vegetables. While ajillo is not toxic to dogs, the ingredients can cause some problems.
Garlic
Garlic is a member of the onion family, and all members of this family are toxic to dogs. The toxic compound in garlic is called thiosulphate, and it can damage red blood cells. Symptoms of garlic poisoning in dogs include:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Lethargy
- Anemia
- Pale gums
- Rapid breathing
- Collapse
Olive Oil
Olive oil is not toxic to dogs, but it can cause gastrointestinal upset. Symptoms of gastrointestinal upset in dogs include:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
Other Spices
The other spices used in ajillo, such as paprika and cumin, are not toxic to dogs in small amounts. However, if your dog ate a large amount of ajillo, they may experience some gastrointestinal upset.
What to Do
If your dog ate ajillo, it is important to monitor them for signs of garlic poisoning or gastrointestinal upset. If you see any of the symptoms listed above, you should take your dog to the vet immediately.
In the meantime, you can try to make your dog vomit by giving them a solution of 3% hydrogen peroxide. To do this, mix 1 teaspoon of 3% hydrogen peroxide with 16 ounces of water. Give your dog 1 tablespoon of the solution for every 10 pounds of body weight. If your dog does not vomit within 15 minutes, you should take them to the vet.
Prevention
The best way to prevent your dog from eating ajillo is to keep it out of their reach. You should also be careful not to feed your dog any food that contains garlic or other toxic ingredients.
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