My dog accidentally swallowed a pill that isn't for dogs, should I take him to the vet?

My dog accidentally swallowed a pill that isn't for dogs, should I take him to the vet?
by

1 Answer

Answer :

Call animal poison control. They will advise you. Call them now.
by

Related questions

Small dog swallowed small chicken bone-now what?

Description : Small dog swallowed small chicken bone-now what?

Last Answer : answer:You should have been searching his poop. He is digesting it hopefully. Did it have a sharp end? To make sure, you would have to take him to the Vet and have x-rays done. If it was me I would watch for other symptoms before doing that,

Why is my dog itchy? And should I take her to a different vet?

Description : Why is my dog itchy? And should I take her to a different vet?

Last Answer : Do you have fleas? (Not likely if you are not seeing flea-dirt) Where is she biting primarily? Do you have a pool? There are a lot of reasons a dog can itch. Hopefully Syz will drop by with ... red on her underside mostly. We changed to a salmon-based natural food and within 2 weeks she was fine.

I have an extremely bad sore throat that isn't strep or anything that can be cured with a pill. Does anyone know anything that might give me some relief?

Description : I have an extremely bad sore throat that isn't strep or anything that can be cured with a pill. Does anyone know anything that might give me some relief?

Last Answer : Try honey and lemon. That won’t hurt when you swallow, and will soothe the hurt.

Another dog tore a hole in my dogs ear...who pays the vet bill?

Description : Another dog tore a hole in my dogs ear...who pays the vet bill?

Last Answer : answer:I'd say that it should be split 50/50, if nothing else. Not that THAT is truly fair'...but, animals are animals, and, unfortunetley, everyone now knows that these two are not compatible and ... ? A person of integrity' would IMMEDIATELY offer to pay, if not the entire bill, at least half.

Dog has allergies I think, what will the vet do?

Description : Dog has allergies I think, what will the vet do?

Last Answer : I have two dogs, both are sensitive to things, one has environmental allergies. She didn't wind up doing testing, because I could tell her when my dog seemed to have the strongest reaction. ... dogs allergies, is important, it really can answer a lot of questions and eliminate those pricey tests.

Swallowed perfume?

Description : Swallowed perfume?

Last Answer : answer:Super minute amount. You'll be fine. Just imagine how much of the crap your mother has ingested, and she seems to have suffered nothing worse that impaired judgement. The perfume is not good for ... old fashioned Perfume Lamp. She'll use a lot less perfume and you'll thank her for it.

I swallowed some plastic, urrrrm what should I do?

Description : I swallowed some plastic, urrrrm what should I do?

Last Answer : answer:Welcome to Fluther. “This, too, shall pass.” Try not to worry about it. It’s non-reactive with your body, so it won’t be digested. Assuming it was small enough to swallow without noticing… it will leave the same way. PS: It’s ‘hypochondriac’ to have an excessive concern about one’s health.

Is it bad that I just swallowed my gum?

Description : Is it bad that I just swallowed my gum?

Last Answer : i’ve swollowed a million pieces of gum and nothing bad has ever happened to me.

My kitten is crying and not eating too much, hes just been 24 hours with me, should I take him to the vet?

Description : My kitten is crying and not eating too much, hes just been 24 hours with me, should I take him to the vet?

Last Answer : answer:If you are concerned, take her to the veterinarian. If she's not ill, they can begin her vaccination series at that time. In the meantime, make sure that her litter box, her food (which should ... are near or in her hiding place. Forcing her to come out of hiding will only stress her more.

My puppy ate an earing. Do I need to take him to the vet?

Description : My dog seems to get into everything. I left a pair of earrings on the nightstand and now I can only find one. He chewed up other things on my nightstand, so I just assume that he ate the earring. Do I need to go to the vet or will it just pass through him?

Last Answer : The first thing to do is contact your vet just to make him aware of the situation. It depends on the size and type of earring, if there are any sharp edges that can cause internal injury. Generally, ... be a danger if swallowed out of your dog's reach. Offer him several safe toys to chew instead.

If a dog bit off your finger and swallowed it, would you euthanize the dog to retrieve the finger?

Description : If a dog bit off your finger and swallowed it, would you euthanize the dog to retrieve the finger?

Last Answer : Of course not. The tentacle would alredy be full of the dog’s bacteria and halfway digested by its stomach acid.

My dog swallowed a laser pointer! Will he be okay?

Description : My dog swallowed a laser pointer! Will he be okay?

Last Answer : Laser pointers do not have nuclear radiation - they do have batteries. You should contact your local emergency clinic. They will probably recommend that you induce vomiting under medical supervision ... but if your dog stops eating, developes vomiting or diarrhea, seek medical attention immediately.

What's an alternate treatment for dogs infected with heartworms other than the costly in vet office treatment?

Description : What's an alternate treatment for dogs infected with heartworms other than the costly in vet office treatment?

Last Answer : answer:There is no alternative. Canine heartworms, if left untreated, will eventually cause death. There is no way to know how long an infected animal will live (a few months ... monthly heartworm protection to prevent a repeat infection. Having heartworms once will not prevent a reinfestation.

My dogs cheecks are puffy? do i need a vet?

Description : My dogs cheecks are puffy? do i need a vet?

Last Answer : do i need a vet

Should I take my dog to the vet?

Description : Should I take my dog to the vet?

Last Answer : I’d automatically say yes but I’m not a vet. My dogs have streams. I think we have a vet tech here, hopefully she see’s this soon. :)

Do I really have to take my dog to the vet?

Description : Do I really have to take my dog to the vet?

Last Answer : To go the DIY route Infection is your biggest concern. Keep the punctures clean and washed and look for discharge of the wound. DO check with your palm a few times a day for hot spots which is a sure sign ... her rest. I am not a vet or a doctor .just have had a bit of 1st aid/survival training.

Does your dog allow you to trim its nails and do you do it or take it to a vet?

Description : Does your dog allow you to trim its nails and do you do it or take it to a vet?

Last Answer : My dog would allow it but he didn’t like it. I would roll him onto his back and straddle him to do the job.

I need dog help! Should we take my dog to an emergency vet?

Description : I need dog help! Should we take my dog to an emergency vet?

Last Answer : Call the emergency vet and discuss the issue. If it is a blockage and you delay it could cause internal damage. Let us know what happens.

Should you take your dog to the vet if he eats paint?

Description : Should you take your dog to the vet if he eats paint?

Last Answer : Yes, if only for observation.

I just picked up my 15 year old dog from the pound and she has no movement in her back legs and not responding to her name. I think she has had a stroke but have no money to take her to the vet hospital.?

Description : I just picked up my 15 year old dog from the pound and she has no movement in her back legs and not responding to her name. I think she has had a stroke but have no money to take her to the vet hospital.?

Last Answer : I would call PETA. They usually have very low prices and are willing to help. Here is the website. http://www.peta.org/

Should I take my dog to the vet?

Description : My dog got bit another dog at the park. She was yelling and screaming, but now she isn’t. However, she is limping. Should I take her to the Vet? Is that a sign of severe injury?

Last Answer : If you're limping after an injury you go to see a doctor, isn't it ? Same thing for your dog.

Why isn't there a birth control pill for men yet? Is there one in the works?

Description : Why isn't there a birth control pill for men yet? Is there one in the works?

Last Answer : Apparently one’s in the works. Read the article here.

I am trying to locate a friend who was bonded out by a bondsman in Dalton(a vet) who trusted him without a co signer because he was a DAV. we know he had to go to court but we have not seen or heard from him, in apprx. a month. I need to find the bondsman?

Description : I am trying to locate a friend who was bonded out by a bondsman in Dalton(a vet) who trusted him without a co signer because he was a DAV. we know he had to go to court but we have not seen or heard from him, in apprx. a month. I need to find the bondsman?

Last Answer : You should be able to contact the jail in which he was bonded from and get the name of the person or company that bonded him out

Must one really take multi-vitamin pill supplement at age 50 up to stay healthy?

Description : Must one really take multi-vitamin pill supplement at age 50 up to stay healthy?

Last Answer : Nope. Our resident doc here changed my mind about that one. Took a little reading on my part but multivitamins don’t help much outside of some rare deficiency.

Do any of you women out there take Nuva Ring instead of the pill?

Description : Do any of you women out there take Nuva Ring instead of the pill?

Last Answer : answer:From here: NuvaRing® may slip out when removing a tampon, straining during a bowel movement, or having intercourse. If NuvaRing® does slip out, follow these directions. Note: Women with conditions affecting ... may have been busy, or want to talk more in depth than the phone call would allow.

Is it bad to accidentally eat a tiny bit of aluminum foil?

Description : Is it bad to accidentally eat a tiny bit of aluminum foil?

Last Answer : As far as I know, it's fairly harmless. I'm sure I've eaten small bits of foil before and I've not suffered any adverse effects. I think if there were any significant health risk, they would stop using it to wrap things such as burritos.

My dog's hind legs are killing him... what's that medicine called?

Description : My dog's hind legs are killing him... what's that medicine called?

Last Answer : are you sure it’s not a much bigger problem that the dog is suffering through?

Does anyone have this issue with their dog? Or a vet in the audience with some input?

Description : Does anyone have this issue with their dog? Or a vet in the audience with some input?

Last Answer : Is this a new behavior? It sounds like she has a bladder infection.

My dog is sick, could i do something without taking her to the vet?

Description : My dog is sick, could i do something without taking her to the vet?

Last Answer : I'd take my dog to the vet after more than one day of vomiting and fever. Period. You should make certain she is well hydrated. Low Sodium soup broth is a good way to encourage drinking more ... her during the same visit, then give you antibiotics or some other meds to help her get better quickly.

Can I go to the vet with a dog without papers?

Description : Do I have to have papers for my dog ​​if I want to go to the vet?

Last Answer : They don't have to have any papers.

my dog has just been diagnosed with a severe allergic reaction (pollen and mold prob.) My vet put her on steroids and an antibiotic for an infected area as well as smaller pink irritated areas. I want to find a holistic approach for her allergies.?

Description : my dog has just been diagnosed with a severe allergic reaction (pollen and mold prob.) My vet put her on steroids and an antibiotic for an infected area as well as smaller pink irritated areas. I want to find a holistic approach for her allergies.?

Last Answer : You can give your dog benadryl, but this is the best homeopathic remedy: http://www.squidoo.com/dogallergy

One dog tells the other that there are two dogs in front of me. The other one also shouts that he too had two behind him. How many are they?

Description : One dog tells the other that there are two dogs in front of me. The other one also shouts that he too had two behind him. How many are they?

Last Answer : Answer: Three.

What do you do if you have a pill stuck in your throat?

Description : What do you do if you have a pill stuck in your throat?

Last Answer : I’d imagine you’d need to cough it up & then make like a bird…swallow.

What can be done with old pill bottles?

Description : What can be done with old pill bottles?

Last Answer : Probably not due to small size and privacy issues revolving around the labels, but ask your pharmacist.

Have you ever hoped for the magic pill?

Description : Have you ever hoped for the magic pill?

Last Answer : Never found a magic pill and probably never will, but I did get a steroid shot in the ass to counter an allergic reaction that was pretty amazing. Does that count?

5 weeks off pill why do I have no period?

Description : 5 weeks off pill why do I have no period?

Last Answer : answer:From a trusted source If you plan to have a baby, how soon after stopping the birth control pill can you conceive? After you stop taking the pill, you may have only a two-week delay before you ... 't resume in a few months you may want to get checked out. Most likely everything is good. :)

Why do I have to wait until my period begins to start taking the pill?

Description : Why do I have to wait until my period begins to start taking the pill?

Last Answer : answer:It can take two or three months to get your period back to normal if you do this, from what I’ve seen online. I don’t have periods obviously, but it sounds like a bad idea.

Morning after pill effects?

Description : Morning after pill effects?

Last Answer : I don’t have the answers but I found a site about the Plan B info method that might be helpful for you. Good luck, and welcome to Fluther :)

What can I do with this pill-machine?

Description : What can I do with this pill-machine?

Last Answer : Save up grape and grapefruit seeds and make your own seed extract pills? I think you can do the same with poppy-seeds you can look that up…I don’t want to look up placenta encapsulation for certain ;)

Will you try any pill?

Description : Will you try any pill?

Last Answer : MY doctor never prescribes any meds without a discussion. That means we each get equal time in the conversation.

Were you suspicious when Sally Field said she takes one pill a month for her osteoporosis?

Description : Were you suspicious when Sally Field said she takes one pill a month for her osteoporosis?

Last Answer : My 80 year old mother was given a prescription for Boniva. When I read the side effects, I told her not to take it, that osteoporosis was better than what the pill could do to her. Also, the cost was prohibitive at $80.00 a pill.

Does Ambian ( the Sleeping Pill ) cause trippiness ? Or blurred vision ?

Description : Does Ambian ( the Sleeping Pill ) cause trippiness ? Or blurred vision ?

Last Answer : I've been taking Ambien for 2 years. 5mg and now 10mg. If I take it and go directly to be it can be without incidence. However staying up even ten minutes afterwards can get you in to trouble, or ... 8 hours of fully uninteruppeted sleep and you will feel refreshed and ready to go!!! Go od luck!!!!

Has anyone had any good results from using the Acai engery boost pill?

Description : Has anyone had any good results from using the Acai engery boost pill?

Last Answer : There are no good peer reviewed studies that show anything at all about Acai, except that it is a reasonably good anti-oxidant, as are pomegranate, citrus, blueberry,and many other fruits.

What if there were a version of "the pill" for men?

Description : What if there were a version of "the pill" for men?

Last Answer : You forgot potential weight gain.

Benadryl as sleeping pill? Safe?

Description : Benadryl as sleeping pill? Safe?

Last Answer : Having worked for many years with cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons, Benadryl was often advised as a sleep aid. Start with one capsule. The benefit is two-fold if you also suffer from allergies, environmental or otherwise.

Advice on the pill.

Description : Advice on the pill.

Last Answer : The only side effect that i've seen, personally, is weight gain. (But I wouldn't be on the pill if I weren't in a long term relationship anyways, and he doesn't mind.) I don't remember what ... through your options with her. I had to try a few different dosages before we got me on the right one.

Dog owners: Is it healthy for dogs to eat chicken bones?

Description : Dog owners: Is it healthy for dogs to eat chicken bones?

Last Answer : answer:No chicken bones for dogs! It does not take but one time for a bone to be lodged in their throat or intestine and die. I have never given chicken bones to any of my dogs.

Can anyone recommend a good way to give a dog a pill? And/or herbal tinctures?

Description : Can anyone recommend a good way to give a dog a pill? And/or herbal tinctures?

Last Answer : answer:I used yogurt on a big German Shephard. I believe that you can hide tablets in cheese also, ground meat (cooked), cooked bacon and perhaps peanut butter. Sorry, but I only know how to give tinctures to cats, and it ain’t easy. Didn’t your vet give you methods?

Is it better to give your dog the monthy heartworm pill or the bi-anual shots?

Description : My friend is giving her dogs shots. I've always given the monthly pill. Which one is better?

Last Answer : It depends if your dog has ever tested positive for heartworm. If so then the monthly pill is better. Many people prefer the bi-annual shot because they are easier to remember. It can ... annual testing. Since many of the heartworm meds prevent tick-borne diseases, many vets give combination tests.