Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Signs of lead poisoning in dogs and cats
By Prescott, C W·Published in Australian veterinary journal·1983·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Clinical findings in dogs and cats with lead poisoning.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of dogs and a few cats were diagnosed with lead poisoning, which is a serious condition that can affect their stomach and nervous system. Most of the affected dogs showed signs like vomiting and neurological issues, indicating that the lead had entered their bodies and caused harm. The diagnosis was confirmed through blood tests that showed high levels of lead. Treatment typically involves removing the source of lead and providing supportive care to help the pets recover.
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Abstract
Over an 11-year period, 68 cases of lead poisoning were diagnosed in dogs and three in cats, accounting for 58.6% and 21.4% of the accidental poisonings in dogs and cats, respectively, presented at the Small Animal Clinic, University of Queensland. Of the dogs, 94% showed alimentary tract involvement and 67.6% central nervous system signs. Blood lead concentrations above 0.3 ppm were considered to indicate toxicity when associated with alimentary tract or central nervous system abnormalities. The percutaneous absorption of lead in dogs is proposed as a factor for intoxication.
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