My dog ate approx 10 pepcid complete tablets sometime today. He seems to be normal.
What will happen to my dog who ate some of the pills?
Question posted by cormiert on 18 April 2010
Last updated on 21 April 2010
3 Answers
fall queen
20 April 2010
Cormiert, The first thing you ALWAYS do is call your vet. Animals do not metabolize medications like humans. One aspirin can kill a cat.,a pan of brownies can kill a dog. Just as you would if an infant ate Pepcid, you should treat your dog the very same way. Do not waste a minute if your dog has injested anything he/she should not have. I like this chat room for all the valuable info I have recieved from other people but, if you thought you may have taken something that would make you sick or could even be fatal ,I do not think you would take the time to come on this site for an answer. The very same courtesy should have been given to your pet. Because this quesion was posted over 24 hours ago I guess I can assume your dog is O.K. Animals can not tell us when they hurt so next time do not waste even 1 minute! Good Luck (to your dog) Fall Queen
christineATU
20 April 2010
Queen of Falls, good morning. Please note: on my comment, the first thing I did was call my vet when she snatched up that valium. I agree with you on the medicine part, but just like people say never give your dog chicken bones, how do you think coyotes survive and thrive? They catch and eat all kinds of fowl, feathers, raw meat, etc. My oldest bitch, (now long spayed) gets half an aspirin each morning with special food for arthritis. Of course everything I do regarding meds, home remedies, I've always consulted with my vet. And if you're "in tune" with your dog (not familiar with cats, bunnies,) you can always tell when something's up. Dogs will sniff out and eat certain types of grass to eat. It's natures way of taking care of an upset stomach. Some will eat dirt if they lack certain nutrients, ALWAYS buy a quality, protein balanced, nutritional dog food. Dogs have iron stomachs, the acids they produce can dissolve and digest just about anything.
Of course not things like aluminum foil, rocks, plastics, etc. Vets are not available 24/7. Many times dogs will eat something the owner never knows about. Unless the dog becomes ill, it usually passes through without a problem. And dogs CAN "tell us when they hurt." If you know your dog well, the signs will be there. When your dog has clear eyes, cool nose, and a temp of 101 to 102 they're good to go. Sorry, I didn't mean to lecture, I know dogs well. My best advice I could give anyone, there will come a time when you know in your heart you need to let the pet go. I can't stress enough for people to find a good vet who makes house calls. When that time comes, have the vet make a house call. It saves the pain and heartache of the owner, the stress on your pet, taking that drive knowing what needs to be done. Your beloved pet can "go to sleep" at home in their favorite spot, on your lap and rather than spending the time crying your eyes out while driving to the vet, you use that time to comfort, love, and come to terms with the end of life. The heartache will still be there... but you'll be at peace knowing you didn't stress out the pet by bringing them in for the end of his life.
I looked up at the screen and didn't realize I wrote so much! I apologize. Queen, you and I can always agree to disagree. I love your input and the knowledge you have on so many different topics. Don't let my vent upset you.
Chris
fall queen
22 April 2010
I did not see your comment/answer christine about the valium truthfully, I have given my chihuaha benedryl many times kinda like a dog valium. She goes into a shock mode during thunderstorms. I feel so bad for her and yes you can even give a dog a valium buit you always have to take their weight into account. I know I am so mean when It comes to other peoples' animals, I went to get groceries the other day and saw a man with a dog park, roll up his windows and go into the store I went over to see if his car had the air on ( I would leave mine running with the air on,I live in Florida) and bring an extra set of keys. Long story short, I approached him and said did you know that every ten minutes you leave your dog in the car, the heat inside goes up ten degrees? He just replied, well I only came in for a few things. I just told him. then don't buy dog food, because he probably be dead by the time you get your selfish ass out there! thats my story and i am sticking to it! Fall Queen
christineATU
20 April 2010
He should be ok. I accidentally dropped a 10mg valium and my 20 lb. jack russell snatched it up before I could get it. Called the vet and he told me she'll be a little sleepy tonight. Sleepy? The dog was Loopy! All up in my face, acting very unlady like! Sorry, don't mean to make fun of dogs and meds. In the future, should he ever ingest anything hurtful, give him one tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide. He'll throw it up. Just make sure it's something you want to come out. Some items and solvents actually can do more harm coming back up. Check with the vet in the future.
RemSupreme
20 April 2010
My buddy had a Jack Russell and it always acted loopy,would run around in big circles for a long time
christineATU
20 April 2010
You might have read somewhere along the line I raised and bred JRT's until my accident. They are a handful for sure! I live south of the city on some acreage so my dogs are actual working dogs, not just pets. They are NOT good apartment dogs.
RemSupreme
19 April 2010
He shouldnt have heartburn for a couple of days.Just see if your dog acts weird if he does tell the vet but I doubt its anything serious
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