Red ears, lips and gums are one of the key signs to watch for
Confusion among UK pet owners on the tell-tale signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning in their pets, could be putting their four-legged companions at risk. This is according to new research by Gas Safe Register.
Known as the ‘silent killer’ as it cannot be seen, tasted or smelt, carbon monoxide is a deadly gas which is emitted from household appliances, including faulty boilers and gas cookers. If carbon monoxide is present in the home, everyone is at risk. However, as pets are often left in confined spaces for extended periods of time while pet parents are out at work and due to their smaller body sizes, they can be more vulnerable to CO exposure and can be the first to show the signs.
RSPCA Chief Vet, Caroline Allen, said: “Pets’ smaller size and lower lung capacity makes them more sensitive to CO exposure, so they may be among the first to feel the effects if there is a leak in your home. Obviously our pets can’t speak to us to tell us how they’re feeling so it’s really important that we keep a close eye for any changes in their behaviour or any physical symptoms that could suggest they’re unwell, or might have been exposed to something dangerous.
The study went on to show that only one in ten would take their pet out for some fresh air if they displayed the symptoms of CO poisoning, which is one of the key steps to reducing the impact of the toxic gas.
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