If your dog has eaten a Ficus Benjamina plant, you should seek veterinary attention immediately.
Ficus Benjamina plants contain a toxic sap that can cause a variety of symptoms in dogs, including:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Drooling
- Lethargy
- Weakness
- Tremors
- Seizures
- Difficulty breathing
- Death
The severity of the symptoms will depend on the amount of plant material that your dog has eaten and the individual dog’s sensitivity to the toxin.
Treatment for Ficus Benjamina poisoning will vary depending on the symptoms that your dog is experiencing. In some cases, the veterinarian may recommend inducing vomiting to remove the plant material from the stomach. In other cases, the veterinarian may recommend supportive care, such as intravenous fluids and pain medication.
If you think that your dog has eaten a Ficus Benjamina plant, it is important to seek veterinary attention immediately. Early treatment can help to improve the prognosis for your dog.
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My dog ate an “Ficus Benjamina”. What should I do? Answers should be in English.
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