Are poisonous to children and pets
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Bufo Toads are commonly found in central Florida
including Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough Counties. Bufos can kill your dog.
These toads are often large and can grow to the size of a dinner plate. They
have glands on the side of their heads that secrete a toxic substance. If your
dog touches the toad with his mouth, he can die from the toxins in a matter of
hours or sometimes even minutes.
A common victim is the terrier breed, such as Yorkshire or Jack Russell
Terriers. Signs that your dog has been poisoned by a Bufo include:
· Clenching of the teeth
· Prominent salivation
· Neurological signs like eyes jetting
back and forth, rigid limbs, and seizures.
· The hallmark sign -- "brick red
gums."
· If you suspect that your pet has
come into contact with a Bufo toad, immediately wash out your pet's mouth. Be
careful to direct the water from the side of your dog's mouth and towards the
nose, so that the poison flows out of the mouth.
Then immediately take your pet to your veterinarian, since Bufo toad
toxicity is potentially fatal.
On evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, call
Animal Emergency at 727-786-5755.
Pet Emergency: What to Do
- Stay Calm
- Call (727)
786-5755
- Be
prepared with info:
- Type/Breed
- Details
of problem
- Any
changes
- Be aware.
Pets may bite if ill or injured.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday:
5:30PM-7:00AM
Weekend: Saturday Noon -
7:00AM Monday morning
Holidays: Open 24 hours
Phone (727) 786-5755
Location
Directions to
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