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Lead (paint, fishing weights, toys)

🚫 Toxic for Dogs

Danger — seek vet help

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For Dogs

🚫 Toxic

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For Cats

🚫 Toxic

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⚠️ Symptoms to Watch For

Vomiting, abdominal pain, seizures, blindness, behavior changes

📋 What You Need to Know

Lead poisoning from old paint chips, fishing weights, lead toys, or contaminated soil. Causes neurological damage that may be permanent. Young pets are most vulnerable.

Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control

🚨 If your dog ingested this, act fast

Call ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 or your emergency vet immediately.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can dogs eat lead (paint, fishing weights, toys)?

Lead (paint, fishing weights, toys) is considered TOXIC for dogs. Lead poisoning from old paint chips, fishing weights, lead toys, or contaminated soil. Causes neurological damage that may be permanent. Young pets are most vulnerable.

What are the symptoms if my dog eats lead (paint, fishing weights, toys)?

Symptoms may include: Vomiting, abdominal pain, seizures, blindness, behavior changes.

What should I do if my dog eats lead (paint, fishing weights, toys)?

Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a professional.