Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Three hunting dogs with neurological signs after eating dead broilers
By Espino, L et al.·Published in Veterinary and human toxicology·2003·Veterinary Clinical Hospital Rof Codina, Spain·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Suspected lasalocid poisoning in three dogs.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Three hunting dogs showed sudden neurological symptoms after eating dead chickens that had been treated with a feed additive called lasalocid. The dogs experienced issues like disorientation and weakness, which are signs of poisoning. The veterinarian provided supportive care and monitored their condition closely. Fortunately, all three dogs recovered after treatment, and their symptoms improved over time.
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Abstract
The ionophore lasalocid has been used as a feed additive for broilers chickens and for improving feed efficiency in ruminants. Although dogs appear to be more sensitive to lasalocid intoxication than other species, there is only 1 report in the veterinary literature about lasalocid poisoning in dogs. We describe the clinical signs, treatment and resolution of 3 hunting dogs that developed acute neurological signs consistent with lasalocid poisoning after the consumption of several broilers that had died on a nearby farm.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14513890/