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Highly dangerous

Can Cats and dogs eat antifriz?

TATLI KOKUSU HAYVANI ÇEKER. Çok küçük miktarlar bile böbreklere ciddi zarar verir. Otopark ve garajlardaki renkli sıvı birikintilerine dikkat.

Other names: radyatör suyu, etilen glikol

What to do if they ate it?

  1. Don't try to induce vomiting. For some substances this makes things worse.
  2. Work out what, how much and when it was eaten.
  3. Bring the packaging with you.
  4. Don't wait for symptoms — with some poisonings, symptoms only appear hours later.
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Frequently asked questions

Can Cats and dogs eat antifriz?

No. TATLI KOKUSU HAYVANI ÇEKER. Çok küçük miktarlar bile böbreklere ciddi zarar verir. Otopark ve garajlardaki renkli sıvı birikintilerine dikkat.

How much is dangerous?

We don't give a threshold. The risk depends on the animal's weight, species and the concentration of the product; assuming "they only had a little, it's fine" is the most dangerous approach. If in doubt, see a vet.

What should I do if they ate it?

Don't try to induce vomiting yourself — for some substances this makes things worse. Work out what, how much and when it was eaten, bring the packaging with you, and see a vet without waiting for symptoms.

This page is for general information only and does not replace a veterinary examination.