My dog ate borax. Is it harmful? What emergency steps should I take?

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Hello, my small shih tzu ingested borax (roughly 1-2 tablespoon). Is this harmful to him? And if so, what steps should I take? Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 15 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Generally, the biggest issue that we may see with ingestion of borax is stomach upset and vomiting - so it's very possible that you may see this. In large amounts, borax can cause kidney failure in dogs, but this is uncommon and usually the result of long-term exposures rather than a single ingestion. If you're concerned, you can always opt to take Rocky to your nearest emergency vet for supportive care to help prevent any problems.

My dog ate borax. Is it harmful? What emergency steps should I take?

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