I asked Google Bird what to do.
my question
My dog ate the columbine flowers and leaves. Please tell me in detail what to do.
Google Bard’s answer
If your dog eats columbine flowers or leaves, you should take the following actions:
- Visit a veterinary hospital as soon as possible
Aquilegia flowers and leaves contain saponins that are toxic to dogs. Saponins can cause toxic symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and convulsions.
Even if a small amount is eaten, symptoms of poisoning may occur. Therefore, it is important to visit a veterinarian as soon as possible and receive a veterinarian’s diagnosis.
- Contact the veterinary hospital
Before visiting the veterinary clinic, contact the veterinary clinic and explain what, when, and how much your dog ate. This information is important for your veterinarian to provide appropriate treatment.
Also, if you bring the food you ate with you, it will be helpful for your treatment.
- monitor symptoms
Keep an eye on your dog until you visit the veterinary hospital. If you notice signs of poisoning, take your pet to a veterinarian immediately.
Typical symptoms of poisoning are as follows.
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- fever
- convulsions
- arrhythmia
- difficulty breathing
Also, even if there are no symptoms of poisoning, they may develop later. Therefore, it is important to observe the situation for a while.
Aquilegia flowers and leaves are a dangerous plant for dogs. Therefore, be very careful if your dog goes near columbines.
The following is a summary of measures to prevent accidental ingestion of columbine flowers and leaves.
- If you are planting columbine flowers and leaves, surround them with a fence or fence to prevent dogs from eating them.
- If you find columbine flowers or leaves on your walk, make sure your dog doesn’t eat them.
- If you pick columbine flowers or leaves while walking your dog, dispose of them immediately.
By taking these measures, you can reduce the risk of your dog accidentally ingesting columbine flowers and leaves.