Danger: Poisoned bait

Danger: Poisoned bait!

Every dog owner's heart leaps with joy on their daily walk, watching their four-legged friend energetically explore nature. They take in irresistible scents and embark on a discovery tour through the bushes. Unfortunately, however, we keep hearing about poisoned bait being laid out on popular walking paths. Even on private property, one is often unsafe when poisoned bait is thrown over the fence. This significantly dampens the joy of walking the dog! After all, owners naturally don't want to put their furry companions in danger.

Poisoned bait can be used for any purpose Dog breed It can be life-threatening. On the one hand, poisoned baits containing nails, shards of glass, or razor blades inflict serious injuries on the animals. On the other hand, the substances used, such as rat poison, antifreeze, and pesticides, impair the animals' health. Unfortunately, this often happens to such an extent that it significantly reduces their quality of life and life expectancy.

Poisoning hazards for dogs

Deliberately laid poison baits
Prepared baits containing nails, shards of glass or razor blades
Carcasses of animals that have died from poisoning
Rat poison
Pesticides
Poisonous plants (often found in one's own garden)

How to protect your dog from poisoned bait

Unfortunately, poisoned baits are often difficult to spot at first glance, as almost any substance can be used. Most often, the toxins are hidden in food or dog treats because they are particularly tempting for animals. This makes it even harder to recognize the danger, as it's not uncommon to find food scraps on the ground. The best thing to do is to keep a close eye on your dog and be alert as soon as he catches a scent.

Ideally, every dog should be trained through positive, regular training methods to avoid picking things up from the ground during walks. This not only protects against poisoned bait but also against digestive problems and food intolerances. Through positive reinforcement training, the dog learns to resist these temptations.

If poisoned bait has appeared in a particular area, you should avoid those regions or keep your dog on a short leash. If you discover poisoned bait yourself, report it to the police immediately and file a report. This case will then be recorded, and other dog owners will be informed. This will raise awareness.

A muzzle protects against poisoned bait.

To be absolutely sure that your dog doesn't ingest any unwanted food, we recommend using a dog waste bag in at-risk areas. muzzle to use. A muzzle for protection against poisoned bait must also be used. positive training The dog will be familiar with it and accept it.

With the The optional “BUMAS protective strap,” also known as an anti-poison strap, prevents your dog from ingesting unwanted food. It reduces the gaps at the front of the muzzle while simultaneously increasing stability. This ensures your dog is optimally protected and can still drink and pant.

Symptoms of poisoning

How can you tell if your dog has eaten poisoned bait? Unfortunately, this question isn't easy to answer. Depending on the type of poison ingested, different symptoms can occur. In any case, poisoned bait can be extremely dangerous for your dog. If your dog is behaving strangely in any way, contact your veterinarian immediately or call animal rescue services. The following symptoms may indicate acute poisoning:

Vomit
severe diarrhea
Salivation, excessive panting
Restlessness or apathy, trembling
unsteady gait, staggering
Cramps up to and including coma
pale gums or severely discolored mucous membranes
large pupils
red eyes
Bleeding
Breathing difficulties, shortness of breath

First aid in case of suspected poisoned bait

Dogs are known to love sniffing around in tall grass or bushes. It's easy for them to accidentally eat something they shouldn't. If you notice your dog has ingested something, you should definitely take action:

Prevent your dog from swallowing any potentially poisoned bait.
If your dog doesn't respond to the usual signals, try taking the food out of his mouth.
To be on the safe side, visit your veterinarian.
For an accurate diagnosis, it is important that you hand over any remaining traces of the potential poisoned bait to the veterinarian.

Navigate everyday life safely with targeted training

You and your dog have several options available in everyday life to protect your dog from poisoned bait injuries. Use a muzzle, as every dog should be positively accustomed to wearing one, just as they should to other things. leash , Collar and a chest harness. In a relaxed atmosphere, the muzzle can be positively trained with a few tricks. With targeted training Muzzle training Having fun with your dog makes them feel safe, and your dog will happily wear their muzzle. A muzzle is especially worthwhile in areas heavily frequented due to poisoned bait.

In addition, do anti-poison bait training with your dog. In anti-poison bait training, the dog should indicate when it has found something, and receive plenty of verbal praise and a great reward (treat or favorite toy) for doing so. This is positive reinforcement training! The basic idea behind this method is that there are much more interesting things (like treats or favorite toys) available at your place. So, found food is no longer the ultimate goal. Your dog should indicate when there's something edible on the ground, because that's when it gets the reward. Ask qualified and certified dog trainers or dog schools about suitable training courses and programs.

Danger: Poisoned bait