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Nicotine poisoning in a dog.

M M Vig1

  • 1Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, School of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University, AL 36088.

Veterinary and Human Toxicology
|December 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Nicotine poisoning in dogs is rare but serious, often caused by ingesting sweet-tasting chewing tobacco. Prompt veterinary treatment is crucial for managing complex neurological and physiological signs.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Toxicology
  • Small Animal Medicine

Background:

  • Nicotine poisoning (toxicosis) is an uncommon condition in animals.
  • Clinical signs are diverse, primarily involving central nervous system dysfunction.

Observation:

  • Dogs readily ingest sweet-tasting chewing tobacco, posing a significant poisoning risk.
  • Clinical manifestations include hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhea, rapid heart rate, breathing, high blood pressure, and fever.
  • Severe cases present with collapse, shallow breathing, low blood pressure, dilated pupils, and weak pulse.

Findings:

  • Chewing tobacco presents a greater risk than nonpalatable cigarette tobacco due to ease of ingestion.
  • The report details the incidence, clinical signs, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of nicotine toxicosis in dogs.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of recognizing and treating nicotine poisoning in dogs.
  • Emphasizes the specific risk associated with chewing tobacco products for canine ingestion.
  • Informs veterinary professionals on managing this rare but severe toxicosis.

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