Cat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide.If your cat is put in the trunk of the car with the motor running or in a car with a poor exhaust system, carbon monoxide poisoning canoccur.

Carbon monoxide blocks the transportation of life giving oxygen to the body cells. If oxygen cannot get to the cells, death will occur. The signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are weakness, cherry red gums, twitching muscles, and an elevated temperature.

Cat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Home Remedies

Get your cat into fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. See veterinary assistance atonce.

Cat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Treatment

If you provided immediate aid, no further treatment may be necessary, and you canprobably take your cat home. If not, oxygen (to counteract the carbon monoxide) and intravenous fluids (to treat for shock) may be needed,especially if your pet hasn't recovered by the time you reach the veterinarian's office. Observation for a few days in the hospital may be suggested if your cat is recovering slowly.

Prevention

Never put your cat in a car trunk. Be surethat your car's exhaust system is in good work-ing order. If camping, do not use propane gasstoves or heaters in an unventilated tent.