Our question this week was:We left our 6-year-old LabradorLabrador Retrievers BookThe docile, friendly, affectionate lab makes a fine household pet and is very good with children. Barron's Labrador Retrievers Book provides ... retrieverGolden Retrievers BookBarron's Golden Retrievers Book instructs owners on general canine care, whether they keep their Retriever as a hunter or as a home companion. Boo... for a few hours this morning and when we got back, he was sick (both ends), drooling, and seemed sort of clumsy. We have contacted 2 vets (we are vacationing in the Mountains), but have not heard back. What do you think is wrong??Karin AnnexstadAnswerHi Karin – thanks for your email. I'm not sure what is wrong but it sound serious. I'd recommend heading for your closest veterinarian or veterinary emergency clinic. I'd worry about a few things- first of all is a toxin of some sort such as Antifreeze. Antifreeze can be very toxic and fatal if untreated. Other toxins can also cause vomiting and diarrhea and the stumbling could be due to weakness. Regardless, this sounds serious. Articles that might be helpful to you are Ethylene Glycol Toxicosis in Dogs and Poisoning in Dogs – What You Should Know.
In spring and fall, many people change their antifreeze mixture in cars to adjust to the temperature. Unfortunately, this seasonal ritual for auto owners often causes poisoning in thousands of animals....
Ethylene glycol toxicosis occurs after ingestion of anti-freeze or other fluids containing the ingredient ethylene glycol. It is not toxic, but it is metabolized in the animal’s body to several extremely...
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