What if my dog/cat eats the sponge?
SimpleSolutionIf ingested, make sure the pieces pass in the pet's bowel movement. If nothing passes within 24-48 hours or the animal seems uncomfortable, contact your vet and let them know of the incident.
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Wildlife Services: Rabies Management - Oral Rabies VaccineThis vaccine has been shown to be safe in over 50 different species of animals, including domestic dogs and cats. Eating a large number of baits may cause a temporarily upset stomach in your pet but does not pose a long-term health risk. Do not attempt to remove a bait from your pet; doing so may cause you to be bitten.
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USDA - APHIS - Wildlife DamageThis vaccine has been shown to be safe in over 60 different species of animals, including domestic dogs and cats. Eating a large number of baits may cause a temporarily upset stomach in your pet but does not pose a long-term health risk. Do not attempt to remove a bait from your dog’s mouth; doing so may cause you to be bitten. If your pet becomes ill from consuming baits, please contact your veterinarian.Related Questions
What should I do if I find a dog or cat?
Frequently Asked QuestionsAnimal Rescue Center does not accept stray animals unless they are injured. All stray animals should be taken to your local Animal Care & Control so that their owners have an opportunity to find them.
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Pet Food Recall/Contaminated Feed Frequently Asked Questions...Please check FDA's Web site at www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/petfood.html to see if your pet food has been recalled: If your pet food is not listed, the pet food is not affected by the recall and you can continue to feed it to your pets. If your pet shows a sudden onset of symptoms, including loss of appetite, vomiting, or lack of energy, stop feeding the pet food and contact your veterinarian. If the pet food is one of those being recalled, do NOT feed it to your animals.
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IA DNR: Avian Flu FAQYes - Although rare cats have been infected by the H5N1 avian influenza virus. Dogs at this time have not been found infected with the H5N1 avian influenza virus, however other mammals have become infected and it is thought dogs could also become infected.
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LouisvilleKy.gov - Animal Ordinances - Animal Ordinance FAQPlease refer to the list provided on Metro Animal Services website). An application can also be downloaded from the Metro website.
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City of Rock Island, Illinois - Frequently Asked QuestionsAll Rock Island County residents should obtain their pet registration tags from Rock Island County Animal Care and Control. Pet tags may be purchased at the county animal shelter located at 4001 - 78th Avenue in Moline, or by calling (309) 558-3483 and requesting a tag by mail. Pet owners must have a copy of a current rabies vaccination certificate to buy a tag.
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What is a sponge filter?
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Birth Control FAQThe Today Sponge mixes a spermicide with a barrier contraceptive. It offers an immediate and continuous presence of the spermicide nonoxynol-9 throughout a 24-hour period, allowing for as many sessions of intercourse as desired within that period without the need for additional spermicide. It is easy to learn to use. With a little practice, insertion and removal become simple procedures. Following these easy steps will ensure proper placement and usage..
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Sexual & Reproductive Health: Frequently Asked Questions...The Protectaid Sponge is a piece of soft foam filled with spermicide. It is inserted in to the vagina before sex and helps to prevent the sperm from entering the cervix (opening to the uterus). In a year, 9 to 20 out of every 100 women get pregnant while using the sponge. If you have ever had a baby, your chance of getting pregnant is higher. In a year, up to 40 out of 100 women will get pregnant. The sponge does not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted infections (STI).
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Maltese FAQ section ii - The Kellys MalteseWhile this behavior is normal for dogs, it is a throw-back to their wild instincts for survival and should be discouraged in pet breeds. Routing around outdoors can present many hazards to a pet dog's life and health, including: choking, poisonous substances, deadly or sickening viruses and bacteria, slivers, and just plain old upset stomach and diarrhea.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsFirst take the animal to any veterinarian or shelter to determine if the pet has a microchip. If the pet does have a chip, the vet or shelter will call the owner(s) on your behalf and let them know how to retrieve their pet. If the pet does not have a chip, we suggest you make found flyers and post them in and around your neighborhood as well as at your local animal shelter(s). Should you be able to not house the pet, you can bring it to your local animal shelter.
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SPCA of Central Floridathe price includes spay/neuter surgery, preliminary shots, dewormer, physical exam, heartworm test for a dog and feline leukemia/feline AIDS test for a cat. PLEASE NOTE: As of September 1, 2007, the adoption fee (for all dogs and cats, regardless of age, breed, or size) will increase to $75. The increase will cover the cost of microchipping all adopted pets, along with the registration of the chip into a national database.
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FAQ For Vegetrial WorldNeither is a vegan by nature -- dogs are omnivores, and cats are carnivores. While both dogs and cats belong to the class carnivora, this doesn't mean a lot, so does the panda bear and they are near vegan. By nature cats and dogs wouldn't eat anything like what is commonly found in a can of pet food either. Special diets must be provided for cats, as they require an amino acid called taurine -- found in the muscles of animals.
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FAQNo. You are welcome to come to the shelter at any time during business hours and see our pets available for adoption. Our business hours are 11-3 Tuesday through Friday and 1-4 on Saturday. Also, all of our pets are available to view at any time on this web site by clicking the "Our Pets" link at the top of each page. Each pets' bio includes at least one photo and all of the information we have on that specific pet.
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What do you do if your dog eats clothing?
Dr. Dog Frequently Asked QuestionsMonitor your dog and make sure he passes the clothing. If he doesn't then get him to a vet immediately because there could be an obstruction, which is very serious.
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Dog and Kennel Magazine Frequently Asked Questions PageOften dogs eat grass to clear their digestive system. The grass induces vomiting and helps clear obstructions in the dog's digestive tract. This is completely normal and you should not worry unless diarrhea and loss of appetite accompany the grass eating. As always, if you have any questions regarding your dog's health, please contact your veterinarian.
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Dr. Dog Frequently Asked QuestionsDeter Coprophagia Treatment is a product that you feed to your dog to make his feces undesirable to eat. Some dogs can be trained to leave its waste alone, and quick clean up often helps. This is a common problem especially with puppies. Often puppies outgrow this problem.
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Dr. Dog Frequently Asked QuestionsMonitor your dog and make sure he passes the clothing. If he doesn't then get him to a vet immediately because there could be an obstruction, which is very serious.
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Balgownie Veterinary Hospital: FAQ May 2003It usually happens if the dog is slightly off colour and wants to "purge" the system out. Some dogs eat grass first thing in the morning if it has Jew on it, as it must taste good. If your dog is bright and alert, I would not be concerned. I have had my cat for just over 3 years and in the last year or 2 she has been having problems keeping down her food. She can't keep down, mince, canned food, dry food etc.
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