I asked Google Bird what to do.
my question
My dog ate the flowers and leaves of a pansy. Please tell me in detail what to do.
Google Bard’s answer
If your dog eats pansy flowers or leaves, here are some things to do about it.
- Contact a veterinary hospital immediately
Pansies contain toxic substances in their seeds and roots. If you accidentally eat it, you may experience symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, loss of appetite, and loss of energy. In severe cases, it can also lead to nerve paralysis and heart attack.
So if your dog has eaten pansies, contact your veterinarian immediately and follow their instructions.
- Tell the amount and time you ate as accurately as possible
At the veterinary hospital, we will provide appropriate treatment based on your dog’s weight, amount of food, and time of eating. Therefore, please try to be as accurate as possible.
Also, if you tell the veterinarian the amount and condition of the pansy flowers and leaves you ate, and where you ate them, it will be easier for the veterinarian to make a more accurate judgment.
- Ask your veterinarian to decide whether to induce vomiting or not.
If you can take your cat to the vet right away after eating a pansy, you can induce vomiting to flush out the poisonous substances from its body. However, if you induce vomiting, there is a risk of reflux tracheitis or stomach ulcers, so please consult your veterinarian.
- If symptoms appear, take your pet to a veterinary hospital.
If you notice symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, loss of appetite, or loss of energy after eating pansies, take your cat to the vet immediately.
If symptoms are severe, hospitalization may be required.
Symptoms may also appear even after ingesting pansies. Therefore, keep a close eye on your dog and if you notice any abnormalities, take him to the vet immediately.
In addition, pansies are often used in potted plants and flower beds, so be careful not to let your dog accidentally eat them.
Specifically, take the following measures.
- Install a fence or fence to prevent dogs from touching pansies.
- Keep dogs away from areas where pansies are grown
- If you find pansies on your walk, make sure your dog doesn’t eat them.
Take these measures to protect your dog’s health.