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It isn’t unusual- if you have a pet- that at one point or
another you’ve pulled an object out of their mouth! Every year, a
list is generated by Veterinary Pet Insurance that announces all the objects
that were ingested by pets. In the 2010 list, there were 2000 claims for events
in which a pet consumed something they weren’t supposed to and needed
veterinary care. This cost pet owners about $3 million!
The number of claims made by pet owners in 2011 shot to 6500
and the cost of care climbed to $5.2 million! The 2011 list contained many
household items along with some unusual ones including a dead porcupine, a rat
swallowed whole, two foot wire hangers, 100 rocks, fish hook and line, three
needles, a package of fluorescent light bulbs, a box of razor blades, deer antlers
and a dental retainer!
When pets swallow these items, it becomes a huge risk for
them. A majority of these items cannot be digested or passed thru the
intestines and therefore results in obstruction.
It is important for pet owners to “pet-proof” their homes and outdoor property.
Any items that can be a risk to your pet should be kept out of their reach and
especially off the floor.
Has your pet ever ingested anything harmful? Let us know on
All Pet’s Facebook page linked here!
