Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Young dog with tremors and unsteady walk after eating sea hare
By Chia, Michael P C·Published in Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care (San Antonio, Tex. : 2001)·2015·From the Malibu Veterinary Hospital, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Acute onset of generalized tremors, mild ataxia, and hyperesthesia in a young dog after presumptive ingestion of a giant sea hare belonging to the genus Aplysia.
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Plain-English summary
A young dog developed shaking all over, unsteady walking, and sensitivity to touch after eating part of a giant sea hare found on the beach. These symptoms appeared quickly, just 20 minutes after ingestion. The veterinarian acted fast with decontamination treatments, and the dog fully recovered within about 6 hours. This case highlights that eating certain sea creatures can cause serious reactions in dogs, especially those living near the coast.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe an unusual case of canine toxicosis from presumptive sea hare ingestion, its management, and outcome. CASE SUMMARY: A young dog was treated for acute toxicosis after partially ingesting a giant sea hare washed up on a beach. The primary symptoms of generalized tremors, mild ataxia, and hyperesthesia occurred rapidly within 20 minutes of ingestion. Decontamination procedures were performed early and the dog made a full recovery within an approximate period of 6 hours. NEW OR UNIQUE INFORMATION PROVIDED: Sea hare toxicosis should be considered as a potential cause of acute onset of tremors, ataxia, and hyperesthesia in previously healthy dogs living in coastal areas.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25427849/