Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide
toxic gases
Alternate names
CO, Carbonic oxide gas, exhaust gas, flue gas
Toxicity to pets
Carbon monoxide is produced from the incomplete combustion of natural gas, petroleum fuel, wood, propane or charcoal. Common sources of carbon monoxide include smoke from house fire and exhaust fumes from a vehicle, furnace, stove, or generator. Carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless. When inhaled, carbon monoxide does not allow for normal movement of oxygen in the bloodstream leading to respiratory difficulty, neurological disturbance, and death.
Disclaimer
The content of this page is not veterinary advice. A number of factors (amount of substance ingested, size of the animal, allergies, etc.) determine what is toxic to a particular pet. If you think your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, call Pet Poison Helpline or seek immediate veterinary treatment.
