Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Mountain laurel toxicosis in a dog.
Watumiaji waliosajiliwa tu ndio wanaweza kutafsiri nakala
Ingia / Ingia
Kiungo kimehifadhiwa kwenye clipboard
Maneno muhimu
Kikemikali
OBJECTIVE
To describe a case of mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) toxicosis in a dog, including case management and successful outcome.
METHODS
A dog presented for vomiting, hematochezia, bradycardia, weakness, and ataxia, which did not improve with supportive treatment. Mountain laurel ingestion was identified as cause of clinical signs after gastrotomy was performed to remove stomach contents. Supportive treatment was continued and the dog made a full recovery.
CONCLUSIONS
This report details a case of mountain laurel toxicosis in a dog, including management strategies and outcome, which has not been previously published in the veterinary literature.
