Can my dog have zinc?
Also covers pennies, penny, swallowed coin, zinc poisoning, and zinc toxicity.
No, dangerous
Zinc destroys red blood cells. A single swallowed US penny made since 1983 (mostly zinc) can be fatal if it isn't removed. Zinc oxide creams usually cause only mild stomach upset.
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
- vomiting
- pale gums
- weakness
- discolored urine
- yellow gums (jaundice)
- collapse
Can dogs have zinc?
No, dangerous. Contact your vet immediately if your dog swallowed a coin or metal object. An X-ray and removal are usually needed.
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