Does Warfarin rat poison cause pain or suffering to rodents?

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I have a rat problem in my garage, we purchased a poison with Warfarin in it. It seems to be working better than anything else we have tried. However, I was wondering if it causes suffering, pain, etc? I have a huge heart when it comes to anything living, so this has been very emotional for me and people make fun of me for caring. Pet's info: Cat | RagaMuffin | Female | spayed | 5 years old | 12 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

HI, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Warfarin is an anti-coagulant. It prevents Vitamin K from binding and allowing proper formation of clotting factors. So the mouse dies by bleeding to death. They probably feel weak and dizzy and very sleepy. I am sure overall it isn't pleasant but not likely painful. But then again it is a poison. I hope this helps! Keep your huge heart!

Does Warfarin rat poison cause pain or suffering to rodents?

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