Heliotrope ingestion in dogs can be toxic and can cause the following symptoms:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Lethargy
- Tremors
- Seizures
- Coma
If your dog has eaten heliotrope, you should do the following:
- Call your veterinarian immediately.
- Bring a sample of the plant with you so that the veterinarian can identify it.
- Tell the veterinarian how much of the plant your dog ate and when they ate it.
The veterinarian may recommend the following treatment:
- Inducing vomiting to remove the plant from your dog’s stomach.
- Giving activated charcoal to absorb the toxins.
- Giving anti-nausea medication to stop vomiting.
- Giving pain medication to relieve abdominal pain.
- Giving intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Monitoring your dog’s vital signs and bloodwork to assess their condition.
Prognosis:
The prognosis for dogs who have ingested heliotrope depends on the amount of plant they ate and the severity of their symptoms. With prompt treatment, most dogs can make a full recovery. However, in severe cases, death can occur.
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My dog ate an “heliotrope”. What should I do? Answers should be in English.
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