Ingested Batteries

When dogs ingest alkaline batteries, there is both risk of obstruction and serious tissue damage.  Tissue damage can occur in mouth, esophagus or stomach related to leaking alkaline fluid from batteries that have been bitten. 

Swallowed intact, batteries can lodge in such a way as to generate current causing burns or perforations. 

Measures to remove the battery are indicated to protect against obstruction and electric burns;  other measures are taken to prevent or treat caustic injury from the fluid.

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Do you have a problem that requires urgent help? 

When in doubt, call one of our clinics!  Phone call advice is free and we will help you decide the risks.

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