Household
Batteries
Батарейки
🐕 Dog · dangerous🐈 Cat · dangerous
A chewed battery causes alkaline burns; a swallowed button cell burns through the esophagus within hours.
Symptoms
Drooling, refusal to eat, vomiting, black stool, pain.
What to do
Do not induce vomiting; go to a veterinarian immediately (an X-ray is a must).
Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control; Pet Poison Helpline
This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from a veterinarian. If your pet has eaten something from the “dangerous” list or feels unwell, contact a vet immediately.