Respiratory arrest following ingestion of wild mushrooms in 3 dogs (2006-2011).

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To describe the clinical course, treatment, and outcome of 3 dogs with respiratory arrest following mushroom ingestion. CASE SERIES SUMMARY: Three dogs were presented for mushroom toxicosis that developed respiratory arrest. Two of the dogs were treated with diazepam just prior to the development of respiratory arrest; 1 dog received no medications prior to respiratory arrest. Of the 3 dogs, 1 was euthanized and the remaining 2 recovered fully with assisted and mechanical ventilation. NEW OR UNIQUE INFORMATION PROVIDED: This is the first documentation of respiratory arrest associated with mushroom toxicosis in dogs.