Stephen B. asked
My sister's boxer dog, around 50 pounds and a year old, may have ingested half of a new hand warmer. The dog has vomited black material and is now sleeping without a fever. What should I do to monitor and manage the situation?
January 14th, 2024
Patricia L. answered
The ingestion of a hand warmer can cause irritation to the stomach and intestines due to its iron co...
January 14th, 2024
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