Can my dog have batteries?
Also covers alkaline batteries and button batteries.
No, dangerous
Batteries can cause corrosive burns to the mouth, esophagus, and stomach due to their alkaline contents. Lithium button batteries are especially dangerous.
If your dog ate this, call your vet or an animal poison control line now.
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435
- Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661
Symptoms to watch for
- salivation
- vomiting
- difficulty swallowing
- mouth irritation
- abdominal pain
Can dogs have batteries?
No, dangerous. Contact vet immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting.
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