Silica Gel - Cats - Lort Smith Animal Hospital

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1. If eaten by a cat, contact your veterinarian.
2. Your veterinarian may instruct you to induce vomiting, however, do not induce vomiting unless instructed to.

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Silica gel.

TOXICITY

Not toxic but can be harmful.

CLINICAL SIGNS

In the event of a gastrointestinal obstruction, signs are likely to appear within hours to days of ingestion.

• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Inappetence

EFFECTS OF TOXICITY

Silica gel is not thought to be toxic, but it can cause an obstruction if ingested by a cat.

REFERENCES

BSAVA (2012) BSAVA/VPIS Guide to Common Canine and Feline Poisons. Gloucester: BSAVA.

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If your pet is experiencing any of the following symptoms:

• Major injuries
• Difficulty breathing
• Uncontrolled bleeding
• Loss of consciousness
• Severe vomiting
• Severe diarrhoea
• Difficulty urinating
• Unexpected or severe seizures
• Inability to walk
• Swollen abdomen

Or they need immediate help, do not book online, call our emergency number now: 03 9328 3021

Click here if you wish to continue with our quick and easy online booking.

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