Making Sure That Your Pet Isn’t Harmed By Poisoned Food (Part 1)

With the current scare regarding tainted dog and cat food, dog or cat owners are obviously concerned for their family pet, and whether they might be affected. So we can ask ourselves, can something can be done about our pets?

It’s important to note that your dog or cat could have visible signs of illness before they become serious. Watch for changes in overall health, defecation, drinking, appetite, their mood, urination, or any other common area of their life.

In the case of the contaminated pet food, kidney failure is a result of the poisoning, and this can cause extreme thirst in pets, and infrequent urination. Other problems include lethargy, diarrhea, change in appetite, and more.

By noticing these changes, you may find the problem before it gets too serious.

You can be. If your cat or dog hasn’t symptoms, you may wish to have him or her checked out. This is especially important if they’ve eaten any of the (possibly) tainted food products. Of course, if you have any reason to suspect problems, and whether there are symptoms or not, it is a good idea to take a trip to your veterinarian.

Obviously, if your pet food is a dangerous brand, you need to immediately dispose of it. Be careful that your pet cannot dig it out of the trash (the same for animals outside when it’s disposed of). As well, you may be able to return food if unopened for a refund, when possible.

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