Contains calcium oxalate crystals causing mouth/throat swelling.
Dogs
Unsafe
Cats
Unsafe
Risk level
Toxic
Symptoms
Oral pain, drooling, difficulty swallowing, throat swelling
What to do now
Rinse mouth. Contact vet if breathing difficulty.
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Rinse mouth. Contact vet if breathing difficulty.
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