Emergency·12 April 2026·4 min read
Pet Poisoning: The First 30 Minutes
What to do, what NOT to do, and the information we need on the call.
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The first 30 minutes determines outcomes
For many toxins, decontamination is highly effective in the first 1-2 hours and useless after 4.
Step 1: Stop further exposure
Move pet away from the substance. Wash skin/coat if topical exposure.
Step 2: Call us BEFORE doing anything else
+91 98711 55162. Information we need:
- What substance (bring packaging)
- How much (best estimate)
- When ingested
- Pet weight
- Current symptoms
Step 3: Do NOT auto-induce vomiting unless told
For caustics, petroleum products, or unconscious pets - vomiting causes more harm.
Step 4: Bring pet in
Keep them warm, calm. If seizing, do not put hand in mouth.
Common at-home poisons
- Rat bait (anti-coagulant; treatable if early)
- Insecticides
- Plants (lily, oleander, sago palm)
- Foods (chocolate, raisins, xylitol)
- Human medications (paracetamol, ibuprofen)
- Cleaning products
Save +91 98711 55162 now, not when you need it.
Frequently asked
Only on vet instruction. Wrong with some toxins, useless with others.
Treat as one until told otherwise. Time matters.
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