There is a risk that clinical signs may not be apparent for three to five days and left untreated it can be fatal.īrodifacoum is considered one of the highest used pesticides and biggest culprit for poisoning dogs and cats through rodenticides in Australia, with the only known antidote being a prolonged treatment of vitamin K. Warfarin poisoning can be reversed by Vitamin K1 however if bleeding has already occurred then treatment may be required to replace the clotting factors/blood loss. Basically, the body is no longer able to form clots to stop bleeding, which happens in them and us on a daily basis without us even knowing. These poisons cause BLEEDING by stopping the production of Vitamin K dependent blood clotting factors (Warfarin/Brodifacoum prevent the body’s ability to ‘recycle’ Vitamin K). Warfarin or Brodifacoum are considered the two most common active ingredients in most rodenticides and rat baits in Australia. The poisons can act fast and have serious consequences which is why prompt diagnosis and treatment is vital. The easiest way to eradicate these unwanted visitors is through baits and rodenticides containing poison, but how can this put your pet at risk? Cats and dogs can become seriously ill from ingesting the poison or consuming the rodents who themselves have consumed the bait. The sight of a mouse usually creates concern with hygiene and disease. Along with the cooler months usually comes unwanted visitors in your home such as mice and rats.
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