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My dog ate rat poison. What should I do right away and is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | 1 year and 11 months old | 55 lbs

I'm not sure she did but what happens if my dog ate rat poison. bromadiolone was ingredient

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Answered By Anna M., DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 14th, 2020

Mila should be seen by a veterinarian immediately. This product is an anti-coagulant poison that inhibits normal blood clotting and leads to internal bleeding. Fortunately, there is an effective antidote (Vitamin K) but it's important to make sure you minimize the amount of poison Mila absorbs, and get her started on the antidote. Depending on the timing of the ingestion, your vet may make Mila vomit, and may give her something to minimize absorption, or they may recommend testing her current blood clotting ability. Then they will likely start her on a regimen of Vitamin K. Hope this helps! https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/long-acting-anticoagulants-mouse-and-rat-poison/

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