I asked Google Bird what to do.
my question
My dog has eaten some Heuchera flowers and leaves. Please tell me in detail what I should do.
Google Bard’s answer
If your dog has eaten heuchera flowers or leaves, take them to the vet immediately.
Heuchera is a plant that is poisonous to dogs. Ingredients in the leaves and flowers, such as calcium oxalate and cyanide, can cause symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, and convulsions.
If your dog has eaten heuchera, take him to the vet right away. In particular, if you notice any of the following symptoms, you should take your cat to the vet right away.
- nausea, vomiting
- diarrhea
- Anorexia
- I’m not feeling well
- It’s hard to breathe
- convulsions
At the veterinary hospital, medications such as laxatives, anti-nausea drugs, and antibiotics will be administered depending on the symptoms. In severe cases, treatment such as intravenous drips or blood transfusions may be required.
Below is a summary of what to do if your dog has eaten Heuchera.
- Remove as much heuchera from your dog as possible.
- Observe your dog carefully.
- If you notice any symptoms, take your pet to the vet immediately.
1. Remove Heuchera from your dog as much as possible
If your dog ingests Heuchera, remove it as soon as possible. Remove heuchera leaves and petals from the mouth or make them vomit.
2. Observe your dog closely
If your dog eats Heuchera, it may experience symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting. In severe cases, breathing may become difficult and convulsions may occur.
Observe your dog carefully and if you notice any abnormalities, take him to the vet immediately.
3. If you see any symptoms, take your dog to the vet immediately.
If your dog has eaten Heuchera and you notice any of the following symptoms, take your dog to the vet immediately.
- nausea, vomiting
- diarrhea
- Anorexia
- I’m not feeling well
- It’s hard to breathe
- convulsions
At the veterinary hospital, medications such as laxatives, anti-nausea drugs, and antibiotics will be administered depending on the symptoms. In severe cases, treatment such as intravenous drips or blood transfusions may be required.
Heuchera is also poisonous not only to dogs but also to cats and small birds. If you have a pet dog, be careful when growing and storing heuchera.
Below is a summary of points to be careful about when cultivating and storing Heuchera.
- When growing heuchera in your garden or balcony, place it in a place where dogs and cats cannot get into it.
- Be careful not to let dogs or cats put heuchera flowers or leaves in their mouths.
- Dispose of dead leaves and petals of Heuchera to prevent dogs and cats from eating them.
If your dog has eaten heuchera, don’t panic and refer to the solutions listed above.