Gasoline
Gasoline
Garage Items
Alternate names
Hydrocarbon, Petroleum distillate, Solvent
Toxicity to pets
Gasoline ingestion by pets can result in gastrointestinal distress with drooling and vomiting. Gasoline may enter the airway during ingestion is high leading to chemical-induced lung inflammation (i.e., chemical pneumonitis). Lips, muzzle, coat, and paw contact with gasoline causes irritation and discomfort to pets with signs of skin redness, face rubbing or paw twitching.
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.
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