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Fatal monensin toxicity in a dog after chewing a bovine intra-ruminal slow-release device

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Condon, F.P. and McKenzie, R.A. (2002) Fatal monensin toxicity in a dog after chewing a bovine intra-ruminal slow-release device. Australian Veterinary Practitioner, 32 (4). pp. 179-180. ISSN 0310-138X

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Article Link: https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:62620

Abstract

A 20kg, 10-month-old male Kelpie developed a rapid onset of profound paresis progressing to flaccid paralysis and dyspnoea, followed by death about 36 hours after chewing on a partly discharged anti-bloat capsule from a dead cow. Intoxication by monensin in the capsule was considered the cause of death. No Lodes holocyclus were found on the dog. Evidence of muscle damage was seen in clinical biochemistry assays of plasma, but consent for necropsy was not obtained. The median lethal dose for Beagle dogs of the material contained in anti-bloat capsules is 0.5-1.0g. As this represents a serious toxicity risk if dogs chew these devises, the manufacturer includes a warning on potential dog toxicity in product literature.

Item Type:Article
Subjects:Veterinary medicine > Veterinary medicine of special organs, regions and systems
Veterinary medicine > Other diseases and conditions
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