
Dog Swallowed a Battery? Here’s What to Do
Batteries are everywhere!
Dogs love to experiment and, you guessed it, their mouth is their laboratory!
Unfortunately, they don’t always have the good sense to be selective in what they choose to ‘test out’, and batteries are no exception.
Batteries are hidden everywhere in a household – from inside watches to children’s toys to TV remotes. Some may be in devices that have a secured, screwed down cover – but some are not.
But what if your dog eats a battery? What should you do?
For any suspected battery ingestion, speak to your vet as soon as possible. For most battery ingestions, veterinary management and monitoring is appropriate. However, large, chewed or punctured alkaline batteries often require intervention, and the lithium disc or ‘button’ batteries pose the greatest risk of all.
Severity of clinical signs and level of action required will be determined by the battery type. If you think your dog has eaten a battery, get in touch with your vet as soon as possible.