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\"AnIt\u2019s summer, and whether you\u2019re at home, the cabin or a resort, mouse and rat poisons are a lethal threat to your pets. Many people believe that it is ok to use as long as it is put out of reach of pets, but here\u2019s why that\u2019s a danger.<\/p>\n

People using poison often place it up high (where it can fall off) or in an inconspicuous corner. The problem is, rodents hoard poison and will move it to a favorite spot\u2014like inside an old shoe, or somewhere undisturbed. Either way, your pet can find it and ingest it.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, there are ways to kill rodents without risking your pet\u2019s life.The best thing you can do at home or your cabin is to never use poison; use a mouse trap instead. There are many styles available now to suit your needs. BUT, you never know what neighbors or resort owners use for rodent control.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve got a pet roaming or if you are in a cabin you don\u2019t own, be vigilant and take these precautions:
\n1. If traveling, get the name, phone number and hours of a vet clinic near your destination. Add it to your phone before you hit the road.<\/p>\n

2. When renting a cabin, first ask the owners if they use rodent poison. If they do\u2014consider staying elsewhere, or ask them to remove it before you arrive. (Even then, there\u2019s a chance that poison may be in the vicinity of your pet.)<\/p>\n

3. Inspect the cabin when you arrive. Check shelves and inconspicuous places for small boxes of poison such as D-Con, or little nuggets that resemble cat food or are brightly colored. Google \u201cmouse poison photos\u201d to see examples of the many types of poison to watch for. Check outside around the foundation of the cabin as well.
\nOften times we are completely unaware that our pet has eaten mouse poison. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to recognize the symptoms before it\u2019s too late.<\/p>\n

SYMPTOMS
\nHere\u2019s where it gets dicey. There are a variety of poisons that kill in a number of ways. That means, symptoms of poisoning vary, depending on the poison. Here\u2019s a list of symptoms to watch out for. Symptoms vary, of course, with the poison.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Lethargy
\n\u2022 Difficulty breathing
\n\u2022 Pale gums
\n\u2022 Coughing (especially of blood)
\n\u2022 Vomiting (especially with blood)
\n\u2022 Bloody nose
\n\u2022 Swelling or bruising of the skin
\n\u2022 Collapse
\n\u2022 Bleeding from the gums
\n\u2022 Not eating
\n\u2022 Weakness
\n\u2022 Decreased or increased thirst\/urination
\n\u2022 Bad breath
\n\u2022 Tremors
\n\u2022 Anxiety
\n\u2022 Walking \u201cdrunk\u201d
\n\u2022 Tremoring
\n\u2022 Seizuring
\n\u2022 Coma
\n\u2022 Drooling<\/p>\n

If you see any of these symptoms, contact your vet immediately. If caught early, there are antidotes for some poisons. Call\u00a0The Bluffs Pet Clinic<\/a> should you have more questions or see any of the above symptoms in your pet.<\/p>\n

Dr. Cook is a 1997 graduate of the Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine and purchased The Bluffs Pet Clinic in 2001. She is certified in Veterinary Acupuncture and well versed in the use of Chinese Herbs.\u00a0 In her spare time she can be found playing ball with her Golden Retrievers.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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