Some trees foliage & leaves can be toxic, but I want to talk about the fruit pits, which are highly toxic to your pets. You see, fruit pits contain cyanide glycosides (amygdalin) inside them, and when your dog eats them, it causes kidney failure and can kill your pet within days.
I had a client that had several fruit trees, and his lab was obsessed with eating the figs that fell on the ground. We'll, you can imagine how much this cause massive amounts of diarrhea and illness. Luckily, for this pup, she lived. The owner had to block the corner of his yard, where his fruit trees were, to prevent his dogs from eating the fallen fruit.
Signs & Symptoms:
● Abdominal pain
● Anorexia
● Breathing problems
● Bright red gums and mucous membranes
● Cardiac arrest
● Coma
● Confusion
● Convulsions (seizures)
● Coughing
● Death
● Dehydration
● Depression
● Diarrhea& vomiting
● Dilated pupils
● Drooling
● Fever
● Gastrointestinal irritation
● Hyperventilation
● Lethargy
● Panting
● Shivering
● Shock
● Skin irritation
● Swollen abdomen (sometimes hard abdomen)
● Tremors or weakness
If you suspect that your pet has eaten any fruit pits, it's imperative that you get veterinarian help immediately. It could mean life or death for your pet!
Two important Poison Control Hotline numbers you need to have program in your phone:
Human: 800-222-1222
Animal: ASPCA 24/7 Poison Control Hotline at 888-426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661.
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