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Moldy Food / Spoiled Food

Danger

Moldy food contains tremorgenic mycotoxins that cause severe neurological symptoms. Garbage/compost ingestion is a common emergency.

Unsafe for Dogs
Unsafe for Cats

Dogs

Emergency risk

Cats

Emergency risk

Risk level

Danger

Symptoms

Vomiting, tremors, seizures, hyperthermia, rapid heart rate

What to do now

EMERGENCY. Rush to vet. Tremorgenic mycotoxin poisoning needs ICU care.

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Symptoms to Watch For

Vomiting, tremors, seizures, hyperthermia, rapid heart rate

What to Do

EMERGENCY. Rush to vet. Tremorgenic mycotoxin poisoning needs ICU care.

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Clinical References

  • https://www.petmd.com
  • https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary
  • https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control

Quick Answers

Is Moldy Food / Spoiled Food poisonous to dogs?
Moldy Food / Spoiled Food is poisonous or toxic to dogs. Moldy food contains tremorgenic mycotoxins that cause severe neurological symptoms. Garbage/compost ingestion is a common emergency.
Is Moldy Food / Spoiled Food toxic to cats?
Moldy Food / Spoiled Food is poisonous or toxic to cats. Moldy food contains tremorgenic mycotoxins that cause severe neurological symptoms. Garbage/compost ingestion is a common emergency.
What symptoms can Moldy Food / Spoiled Food cause in pets?
Vomiting, tremors, seizures, hyperthermia, rapid heart rate
What should I do if my pet ate Moldy Food / Spoiled Food?
EMERGENCY. Rush to vet. Tremorgenic mycotoxin poisoning needs ICU care.

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