toxic tales- onions

learn all about what is safe, & not safe, to feed your cat & dog. this article is all about onions- how they can make your pet sick, what potential outcomes can occur, what treatments are available & importantly, what you should do if your pet ingests onions.

are onions harmful to cats & dogs?

description of onion toxicity in cats & dogs

yes, onions are toxic for cats & dogs.

onions cause aplastic anaemia- a condition which essentially causes the body to attack its own red blood cells.

how are onions harmful to cats & dogs?

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what should I do if my pet eats onions?

description of actions to take if your pet eats onions

Take your pet, straight to the vet!

If the onions have been ingested within a two hour period, they will still be in the stomach (thank goodness!). The vet will most likely give your pet something to make them vomit. This ensures the onions are eliminated from the body before a harmful amount of toxin can be absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract.

If it’s been over two hours, your little one will likely need to stay in hospital for treatmentment. 

 

what is the treatment for onion toxicity?

description of treatments for onion toxicity in cats & dogs

Unless you get your loved one to the vets in time to induce emesis (make them, vomit), they will likely have to stay in hospital for treatment. 

Treatment for onion toxicity involves…

will my pet be okay if they eat onions?

description of outcomes which could occur if your pet eats onions

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this article was written by a veterinarian with over ten years clinical experience & peer reviewed by at least three other senior veterinarians. 

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something else to keep in mind...

Neither your cat or dog are likely to be tempted by a solo onion. More than likely, onion toxicity occurs when pets are fed left-overs of people food. Be careful feeding your pets left overs & other yummys – onions are in heaps of ready made meals & sauces!

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hi, i’m Dr Sarah Kiana

& this ↑,  is my girl Alys.

I have been practicing as a veterinarian for 10 years. I have worked in referral hospitals, emergency hospitals, general small animal practice & community clinics. 

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