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Dog poison First aid Tips:

Dog poisoning within criminal intent is unfortunately a common occurrence in South Africa.
In most cases of dog poisoning a product with the street name “ Two Step” is being used to bait our dogs.
Aldicarb is an active ingredient in the poison that effects the nervous system if ingested, causing all muscles including the ability to Breathe, heartbeat, and intestines to fail.
Two Step is normally a black/dark grey granular substance resembling poppy seeds or gun powder and is placed in meat/bread and thrown over your premises. Symptoms of Two Step poisoning can show within 5 minutes and includes some or more of the following: weakness/paralysis, nausea/vomiting, salivation, epilepsy, urination, muscle tremors, and pupil constriction.

Personal Safety:

Avoid contact with saliva, body fluids or other excretions.
Wear gloves
Your dog is in distress and might show signs of aggression, be careful.

Immediate treatment:

Administer activated charcoal to slow absorption (Available from a chemist/vet).
Keep the animal warm with a light blanket.
Check the yard thoroughly for more pieces of poisoned bait.
Get your pet to a Vet immediately.
Always keep activated charcoal tablets available in your home.
Contact your local vet for further info