This kind of experience is becoming increasingly common as more states legalize recreational marijuana and the cannabis industry grows. So what should you do if you find yourself in this situation with your dog? HuffPost asked Drobatz and other experts to share their recommended course of action. He noted that signs include loss of balance, sensitivity to movement and sound, disorientation, hyperactivity, unusual or increased vocalization, drooling, uncontrolled urination, muscle tremors and, in rare cases, seizures or even a coma.
Some people think their dogs are experiencing the same high that people do. Although these cases are very rare, there have been reports of pets dying after ingesting large amounts of THC, so medical interventions can be critical.
Weitzman noted that hydrogen peroxide can help. Even if your dog vomits at home, Weitzman advised taking the animal to a professional for further treatment. Other courses of action include IV fluids and multiple doses of activated charcoal, which can bind to toxins and prevent them from being reabsorbed.
This can make it tough to know exactly how much the dog devoured or how long ago. For this reason, if you have any weed in the house — in any form — Drobatz advises keeping a close eye out for the token signs of marijuana toxicity so you can act fast if you spot them.
Just be straight with your vet about what happened, even if marijuana is illegal where you live. Calling an animal poison control hotline for help is also an option, although they usually just tell people to go to the vet, Drobatz notes. In those rare instances when an owner catches their pup in the act and gets them to the vet before they begin exhibiting symptoms, the doc may induce vomiting to get the drug out of their body. Most of the time, vets see pups that are already sick, spaced out, or having trouble walking.
For anxious or agitated pups, they may provide a sedative. Fluids can also promote urination, he adds, which will help flush THC from the body. Although this whole situation can be scary — and might make you feel like the worst pet owner ever — do your best to stay calm and present. Sign up for the Fatherly newsletter to get original articles and expert advice about parenting, fitness, gear, and more in your inbox every day.
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