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My 9-month-old puppy ate ant poison and is vomiting. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Toy Poodle | Female | unspayed | 9 months and 7 days old

My puppy (9 months) old just ate the whole ant poison , she somehow managed to open the cap of it and swallowed the whole purple solid ant poison (im not sure what brand it is) she seems fine, but she vomited 2 time already (for now) im not sure how is she feeling. I am really not sure if i could bring her to the vet for some personal reasons, but should i be worry?? Please someone reply asap im really scared

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 4th, 2017

Typically, ant poison is minimally toxic according to the Pet Poison Hotline, but given that Callie is showing signs of toxicity with the vomiting, it would be best to have her evaluated by the vet. I would call the vet right away to get her in to be seen.

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