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|    Husky Home Page Special Message from A Husky in Need. This site is in honor of all huskies that we could not save. We hope that after seeing this site you to will want to do your part, no matter how big or small, to save a husky Season Tips Spring I want to add to the list below that grapevines,rhubarb and tomato plants are poisonous and people please watch put for european nightshade it grows profusely in the miwest one of our dogs Floyd ate some as a puppy and we were lucky to catch him at it however we still had to force the poor boy to drink peroxide to make him vomit. his was no fun for any of us. Eva Shrubs| Plant Name | Possible Symptoms |
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| Azalea | Weakness, Upset Stomach, Drooling, Coma, Heart Failure, Depression | | Boxwood | Upset Stomach, Heart Failure, Excitability or Lethargy | | Holly (Berries) | Upset Stomach, Tremors, Seizures, Loss of Balance | | Hydrangea | Seizures, Dizziness, Rapid Breathing | | Oleander | Excitability or lethargy affects the heart, produces severe digestive upset. Extremely poisonous, can cause death. cardiovascular system affected by the glycosides oleandrin, oleandroside and nerioside, may also cause dermatitis | | Flowers| Plant Name | Possible Symptoms |
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| Amaryllis | Upset Stomach, Hyperactivity>>>Lethargy>>>Coma, Shock >>>Death | | Autumn Crocus | Oral Irritation, Upset Stomach, Kidney Failure, Hyperactivity>>>Lethargy>>>Coma, Shock>>>Death | Bleeding Heart
dicentra spectabilis | Poisonous in large amounts, contains convulsant including isoquinoline. Plant also causes dermatitis | | Bluebell | Harmful if eaten in quantity | | Buttercup | Upset Stomach | | Calla Lilly | Upset Stomach, Oral Irritation, Asphyxiation, Tremors, Seizures, Loss of Balance, Death | | Christmas Rose | Upset Stomach, Diarrhoea, Seizures, Disorientation | | Chrysanthemum | Skin Irritation | | Cyclamen | Vomiting – skin reaction | | Daphne | gastrointestinal tract and kidneys affected by coumarin glycosides. Plant also causes dermatitis | | Daffodil (bulb) | Upset Stomach, Seizures, Weakness, Tremors, Excitement>>>Lethargy>>>Coma, Death | Dutchman Breechs
Dicentra.ssp | Poisonous in large amounts, contains convulsant including isoquinoline. Plant also causes dermatitis | | Dwarf Morning Glory | harmful if eaten in quantity | | Easter Lily | Kidney Failure, Upset Stomach, Weakness 'especially poisonous to cats' | | Foxglove | Upset Stomach, Tremors, Seizures, Loss of Balance, Lethargy, Collapse, Heart Failure, Death | | German Primula | Nausea and vomiting. May cause a skin allergy. | | Hurricane Plant | Varied Toxic Effects | | Hyacinth (bulb) | Varied Toxic Effects | | Iris (root) | Upset Stomach | | Jessamine | Laboured Breathing, Seizures, Weakness, Respiratory Failure | | Jonquil (Narcissus) | Upset Stomach, Hyperactivity>>>Depression>>>Coma, Seizures, Tremors, Weakness, Irregular Heartbeat, Death | | Morning Glory | Upset Stomach, Hallucinations | | Narcissus | Upset Stomach, Hyperactivity>>>Depression>>>Coma, Seizures, Tremors, Weakness, Irregular Heartbeat, Death | | Peony | Upset Stomach, Tremors, Seizures, Staggering, Loss of Balance, Depression, Collapse, Heart Failure, Death | | Periwinkle | Hallucinogen | | Poinsettia | Upset Stomach, Oral Irritation | | Primrose | Upset Stomach | | Tulip (bulb) | Varied Toxic Effects | | Vines/Ground Cover| Plant Name | Possible Symptoms |
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| Clematis | Gastrointestinal tract and nervous system affected by plant toxins also causes dermatitis | | Devil's Ivy (Philodendron) | Upset Stomach, Mouth Irritation, Tremors, Seizures, Loss of Balance, asphyxiation, death | | English Ivy | Upset Stomach, Hyperactivity, Laboured Breathing, Drooling, Fever, Increased Thirst, Dilated Pupils, Weakness, Staggering | | Honeysuckle | Vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy | | Jasmine | Weakness, Seizures, Respiratory Failure | | Morning Glory | Upset Stomach, Hallucinations | | Sweetheart Ivy | Gastrointestinal tract affected by saponins, also causes dermatitis | | Taro Vine | Diarrhoea upon ingestion also causes dermatitis when touched. Burning sensation in mouth irrated by plant raphides | | Tiger Lily | 'Especially poisonous to cats' | | Vine | Upset Stomach, Lethargy, Drooling, Heart Failure, Dilated Pupils | | Matrimony Vine | Varied Toxic Effects | | Virginia Creeper | Varied Toxic Effects | | Ornamentals and Houseplants| Plant Name | Possible Symptoms |
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| Asparagus Fern | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Cramps, tremors, heart, respiratory, kidney problems | | Caladium | Upset Stomach, Oral Irritation, Asphyxiation, Tremors, Seizures, Loss of Balance, Death | | Elephant's Ear (Colocasia) | intense burning, irritation and swelling of the mouth and throat. Death can occur if tongue swells to block air passage | | Dumb Cane (Dieffenbachia) | Upset Stomach, Oral Irritation, Asphyxiation, Tremors, Seizures, Loss of Balance, Death | Jack in the Pulpit
Arisaema spp. | Contains small crystals of calcium oxalate, causes burning to the mouth, can cause hallucinations | | Philodendron (Saddle Leaf, Split Leaf) | Swollen Mouth, Painful Tongue, Sore Lips | | Poinsettia | Upset Stomach, Oral Irritation, Diarrhea, abdominal cramps, delirium. Sap can cause irritation, and if rubbed in eyes - Blindness. gastrointestinal tract affected by the toxin euphorbin, may contain toxic levels of nitrates. Plant also causes dermatitis | | Pot Mum | Dermatitis | | Spider Mum | Dermatitis | | Swiss Cheese Plant | The sap or the water that cuttings were in....Repeated vomiting and diarrhoea – but not severe-recovery after approx three days | | Umbrella Plant | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Cramps, Tremors, heart, respiratory, kidney problems | | Trees| Plant Name | Possible Symptoms |
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| Apple (leaves and stem) | Rapid breathing, shock, dilated pupils, gum inflammation | | American Yew | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Cuban Laurel (Ficus) | Upset Stomach | | Fiddle-Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) | Upset Stomach, Skin Irritation | | Horse Chestnut | Harmful if eaten in quantity | Jerusalem Cherry
Solanum pseudocapsicum | Gastrointestinal tract affected by solanine glycoalkaloids. may contain toxic levels of nitrates. plant may also cause dermatitis | | Leyland Cypress | May cause a skin allergy | | Oak (acorns) | Varied Toxic Effects | | English Yew | Digestive disturbance. Dizziness, dry mouth and mydriasis develop within one hour, followed by abdominal cramping, salivation and vomiting. Foliage is more fatal than berries..... .... Death can be sudden without warning or symptoms | | Western Yew | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Apricot | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Almond | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Peach | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Cherry (leaves and stem) | Shock, Gum Inflammation, Dilated Pupils, Rapid Breathing | | Wild Cherry | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Japanese Plum | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Balsam Pear | Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea | | Fruits/Vegetables| Plant Name | Possible Symptoms |
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| Apple Seeds | Varied Toxic Effects | | Apricot Seeds | Varied Toxic Effects | | Avocado Seeds | Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Laboured Breathing, Death | | Cornstalk | Upset Stomach, Laboured Breathing, Drooling | | Eggplant (all parts except fruit) | Upset Stomach, Heart Failure, Drooling, Lethargy | | Onion | Cause anaemia. Sometimes Urine becomes red – enlarged kidneys..... .. degeneration of liver....... .Should not be fed to dogs in any form | | Peach Seeds | Both the Stone and Leaf contain cyanide | | Others| Plant Name | Symptoms |
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| Aloe Vera | Diarrhoea | | Angels Trumpets | Nausea and Vomiting | | Apple Leaf Croton | Could be Fatal – due to ricin – hemorrhages of the heart, degradation of the kidneys and liver and intense inflammation and erosion of intestinal membranes | Elderberry
Sambucus canadensis L. | Nausea and vomiting. Plant is cyanogenetic and may contain toxic levels of nitrates. | Ergot
Claviceps purpurea | Causes abortions in humans and sheep - suggestions it would do the same in dogs. | | Giant Dumb Cane | Repeated vomiting and diarrhoea – recovery after three days | Greater Burdock
Arctium lappa | Symptoms burrs to coats of dogs cause skin irritation – dogs remove burrs by licking – hooked scales penetrate the mucous membrane of mouth and tongue – ulceration, oral discomfort, salivation | | Heartleaf Philodendron | Diarrhea upon ingestion also causes dermatitis when touched. Burning sensation in mouth when eaten | | Horse Head Philodendron | Diarrhoea upon ingestion also causes dermatitis when touched. Burning sensation in mouth when eaten | Jimson Weed
Datura stramonium L | Abnormal thirst, distorted sight, delirium, incoherence, coma caused by the alkaloids atropine, scopolamine and hyoscyamine. May contain toxic levels of nitrates. | | Lacy Tree Philodendron | Diarrhoea upon ingestion also causes dermatitis when touched. Burning sensation in mouth when eaten | | Larkspur | Digestive upset, nervousness, depression. Cardiovascular system affected by alkaloids including delphinine. Plant also causes dermatitis | Lily of the Valley
Convallaria majalis | Irregular heart beat and pulse accompanied by digestive upset and mental confusion caused by the glycosides convallarin and convallamarin | | Mistletoe | Gastrointestinal tract affected by toxalbumins, may also cause dermatitis.. ......If ingested a few berries can be fatal to a puppy | | Mushrooms | Varied Toxic Effects | | Pothos | Diarrhoea upon ingestion also causes dermatitis when touched. Burning sensation in mouth when eaten | Ragwort Senecio jacobaea
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Ben Weed | Causes kidney failure and liver damage and is irreversible. Minute dose's fatal, often wrongly diagnosed. Pyrrolizidine alkaloids cause hepatic veno-occlusive disease (Budd-Chiari syndrome) in humans
Note: In UK this plant is notifiable to MAFF due to its toxicity to livestock. If you have it on your land, please dig it up and dispose of it by burning. Do not leave it lying around as its toxicity increases. It must be dug up as the seeds can stay in the ground for a number of years.
A number of dogs die by eating a small amount whilst grazing on long grass. If you ensure that your lawns etc are kept free of the weed, and keep a check on dog grazing, the plant is obvious so it can be done easily. | Stinging Nettle
urtica dioica | Stinging hairs release active irritant substances into skin........ ...In very extreme cases – trembling, vomiting, difficulty in breathing and weakness | Water Hemlock
(Cicuta maculata) | violent painful convulsions, Death caused by the convulsant cicutoxin | White Bryony
(bryonia dioica) | possible increase in body temp rapid respiratory and heart rates | | Wild Cherry tree | gasping, excitement, prostration
Contains a compound that releases cyanide when eaten | | Wisteria | digestive disturbance. Dizziness, dry mouth and mydriasis develop within one hour, followed by abdominal cramping, salivation and vomiting. Foliage is more fatal than berries, Death can be sudden without warning or symptoms | |
Additional Information
Veterinary toxicologists at the Animal Poison Control Centre are currently investigating cases where dogs have developed kidney failure after ingestion of large quantities of grapes and raisins. The veterinary toxicologists are attempting to determine the causative agents or disease processes. Pet owners whose dogs have ingested large quantities of grapes or raisins, should call their vet immediately!
| "STRANGE FRUIT? REPORTS ON CASES OF CANINE KIDNEY FAILURE FROM GRAPES AND RAISINS
In response to reports of dogs developing kidney failure after eating large amounts of grapes or raisins, the Animal Poison Control Centre conducted a review of all related cases in its database. Veterinary toxicologists found that all of the companion dogs developed vomiting within six hours of ingestion; the estimated amounts of grapes or raisins eaten ranged from nine ounces to two pounds. Other commonly reported signs included diarrhoea, anorexia, lethargy and abdominal pain, and all of the dogs developed evidence of kidney dysfunction. 'Whether the ingested grapes were purchased fresh, didn't seem to matter, nor did the brand eaten' Clinical signs lasted for several days--sometimes even weeks. And after aggressive treatment, which included intravenous fluids and medications, half of the dogs recovered, while the others died or had to be euthanised. At present, the exact role of grapes or raisins in these cases--what exactly is the toxic component--is still unclear. But a dog who has ingested large amounts can now be diagnosed and treated successfully. The first line of defence is decontamination, and the dog should be hospitalised and placed on IV fluids. If the blood work appears normal after three days, it's unlikely that kidney failure will occur; if there is evidence of renal failure, more aggressive treatment--includin g fluids, medication and possibly dialysis--is called for. If you suspect that your dog has ingested large quantities of raisins or grapes--or any other potentially dangerous substance--Call Your Vet! ARE TOO MANY GRAPES AND RAISINS BAD FOR DOGS? Several dog owners said that they would no longer give their pets the occasional grape or raisin as a treat. There are many people who have decided to do the same thing, but no one has reported poisoning from their pets ingesting the occasional single grape or raisin. The affected dogs involved ingestion of 2 ounces to 4.4 ounces." One dog-owner was concerned that the few slices of banana he regularly shares with his basenji at breakfast could be harmful to her. Not to worry--"Bananas are okay. An 11-year-old dog, who has had fresh fruit and veggie snacks--including grapes, lettuce and carrots--throughout his life. "After all the years of giving him grapes as treats, could he still possibly get kidney dysfunction? " there haven't been any reports of dogs developing long-term effects from small ingestion of grapes--one or two as treats, ....over the years." There has been one case of kidney failure in a cat who ate raisins |
Husky Abuse According to Chukchi mythology two husky's guard the gates of heaven. If you have mistreated a dog in your life, they bar your entrance A Florida Man Shoots two Fleeing Huskies The shootings of two Siberian huskies a week ago came under new scrutiny Friday as Orange County investigators watched a YouTube video showing an armed businessman who said he was protecting himself from "wolves" he thought were trying to kill a newborn calf. Up to 60 people saw the gunfire in a pasture near Lake Nona on May 19. The continuing debate over what happened pits pet lovers against ranchers in a city-meets-country impasse. Last week, deputy sheriffs concluded that Orlando businessman Christopher Comins acted legally after developer Daryl Carter asked him to kill dogs chasing cattle on Carter-owned land on Narcoossee Road. Both dogs survived, despite four bullets hitting Raley and three bullets hitting Hoochie, who lost an eye. "This video wasn't available to us at the time," sheriff's spokes woman Cpl. Susan Soto said Friday in explaining the decision to reopen an investigation by the Sheriff's Office. "The outcome may be the same," Soto said. "But we want look deeper into this and possibly reinterview witnesses." Florida property owners have the right to protect livestock from wild dogs and unleashed pets. But cries of outrage filled animal-rights Web sites and chat rooms after the videotaped shooting was posted last week on YouTube by an Irish tourist who had stopped to watch the dogs as they encircled the cows. Viewers and some witnesses said the dogs never threatened Comins."Oh, my God. Oh, my God," the tourist says on the video as a lone man walks into the pasture, draws a handgun and begins shooting the huskies. Absolutely unbelievable. That's . . . America for you. Guns!"Dog owner intervened
The shooting stopped after the dogs' owner, Christopher Butler, jumped a fence and ran to his wounded pets. Butler, who lives about a mile from the pasture, said Friday that his dogs had run away from him an hour before the shooting and should not have been off their leashes. But to him, no explanation can justify shooting his pets as they scampered for safety, he said. "The dogs are idiots. They're beautiful, but they're just like big babies. If the cattle had chased them, they would have run a mile," said Butler, who raced to the pasture after a neighbor told him he had seen the dogs. "I mean I was there and screaming for them to come. But he just shot and shot and shot, and he knew I was there."Comins disagreed Friday, saying he stopped shooting as Butler arrived. He said he thought the dogs were wolves, as did others among the bystanders watching the scene along Narcoossee Road, according to interviews Friday. In a three-way telephone conversation with his lawyer, Comins told the Orlando Sentinel what he told deputies last week, that he shot the dogs when they turned and began to run toward him. His perception differs from that of many viewers of the video. "I'm not happy about any of what's happened and certainly wish that none of this ever happened. And had the man had control of his animals and not let them run free, they would never have encircled those cows and tried to get at those calves," Comins said. "I've been a dog owner all my life, and I own several right now. I wouldn't harm anything without reason." The owner of CustomFab, a company that builds special steel-pipe products for NASA, Walt Disney World and other customers, Comins has been a property investor with Carter and Orange County Mayor Rich Crotty. All three attend the same prayer group. Carter and the owner of the cattle, Laura Rutherford, could not be reached for comment Friday evening. Both asked Comins to kill the dogs because they were harassing the cows, according to sheriff's reports. Witnesses disagree One of the witnesses reached Friday said Comins stepped in after bystanders at the edge of the pasture waited more than two hours for someone to rescue a newborn calf the dogs were trying to reach inside a circle of larger cows. "I've had to shoot cattle, unfortunately, after they've been attacked like that by dogs," said Dave Tindall of Orlando. "What happened had to end the way it did. It had to be done for a defenseless animal that had no way of escaping those dogs. If night had fallen, they wouldn't have gone home hungry." But another witness, a nurse visiting from North Carolina, saw no reason for Comins to shoot. "The dogs were not doing anything to him. They were just facing the cows," said Patty Yang of Raleigh. "That's the bad part I think about: The dogs tried to run away. But the shooter wouldn't give up. He just continued to shoot the dogs." Witnesses captured the incident on video -- see it at OrlandoSentinelcom/onlineextras Henry Pierson Curtis can be reached at hcurtis@orlandosent inel.com or407-420-5257.
Here is the petition for the huskies Assistant Fire Chief beats puppy to death Please help in putting the LA Fire Assistant chief Glynn Johnson behind bars for brutally beating a 6 mnth old puppy. He beat hit her with closed fists, beat her over the head with a rock repeatedly, and broke her jaw from prying it open!! Her injuries were so bad, she had to be put to sleep. Please dont let him get away with this: Here is the info and Karleys site and to sign the petition: http://www.justice4karley.com/index.html . Thank you for all your support for Justice4Karley. As of now, no charges have been filed- he thinks he will get away with this because he is a fireman! Please let the world know that animal abuse will not be tolerated from ANYONE | |
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