Perform blood work to determine whether your pet has anemia or possible damage to the liver and kidneys. Don’t throw out old mothballs. If your dog or cat ieats a mothball, seek vet care immediately. If you know a neighbor is feeding a stray. Mothballs are solid pesticides that slowly release a vapor to kill and repel moths, their larvae, and other insects from stored clothing and fabric.
Fortunately, there are several tricks you can use to keep cats away from a yard. I am using mothballs. At least one bird died as a result. put your coffee grounds in the compost bin. He (or she) is smart and affectionate and would never hurt a fly, let alone a garden.
The sooner you seek treatment, the better the chance your cat has of fully recovering. What can you do? If clinical signs have developed, your veterinarian will treat your cat based on the symptoms. Human hair will work too… on feral cats. People need to control their animals.
Modern PDB mothballs are less toxic but still can cause illness, especially when ingested. Mothballs dissolve slowly when ingested by cats, and poisoning can be delayed for several days. If you think your cat has eaten a mothball, contact your veterinarian or Pet Poison Helpline* (800-213-6680) right away. Take x-rays, which can sometimes show whether any mothballs are present in the stomach or intestines. Mothballs are designed to be used in a sealed container, so their vapors are contained. Domestic cats, though, are not bothered by human odors. Empower Her. Do not induce vomiting or give anything orally to your cat unless your veterinarian specifically directs you to do so. Additional information can be found online at www.petpoisonhelpline.com. Never Safe. And when swallowed, cayenne pepper can cause severe intestinal distress in cats. Modern PDB mothballs are less toxic but can still cause illness, especially when ingested. You can't teach cats to respect humans’ personal property, but electronic deterrents and some plants and herbs can keep them away from off-limits areas without harming them. Some cats, far from being repelled, eat the mothballs and make themselves sick. thing has decided your garden is it’s personal litter box. As little as just one mothball could poison a cat. We're here for you and your pet in 43 states. Both naphthalene and paradichlorobenzene can cause lethargy, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, behavior changes and seizures in cats. Stop Feeding Strays. ©Copyright VCA Hospitals all rights reserved. Find out if area shelters have cat traps that people can borrow. When possible, put the mothball package and/or the remaining loose mothballs into a sealed plastic bag and take them with you to the veterinary clinic for identification. Cats can be charming and friendly… yet a disaster in the garden!
However, while mothballs work as a cat repellent, they’re toxic to cats, other animals and birds. You just love your cat! Pet Poison Helpline is available in North America by calling 800-213-6680.