Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog died from accidental cocaine poisoning confirmed after death
By Frazier, K et al.·Published in Veterinary and human toxicology·1998·College of Veterinary Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Postmortem diagnosis of accidental cocaine intoxication in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 19-month-old male Catahoula hound was brought to the vet after showing signs of possible poisoning, but the cause was initially unknown. Tests revealed that the dog had accidentally ingested cocaine, which was confirmed through various laboratory methods. This case highlights the importance of considering all potential toxins when a pet shows unusual symptoms. Unfortunately, the outcome for the dog is not mentioned, but recognizing the signs of intoxication early can be crucial for treatment.
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Abstract
Despite an abundance of data on the experimental effects of cocaine in dogs, no detailed reports documenting accidental cocaine exposure in domestic pets have been reported in the veterinary literature. A case of cocaine intoxication is described in a 19-mo-old male catahoula hound in which the diagnosis was confirmed using histopathology, thin-layer chromatography and mass spectrometry. The case was presented as a possible intoxication of unknown etiology. Routine toxicologic screens and characteristic histologic lesions provided evidence for the diagnosis without prior suspicion of cocaine involvement.
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