Alcohol Toxicity in Dogs and Cats

Vocabulary flashcards covering clinical signs, diagnostics, types, and treatment protocols for alcohol toxicity in veterinary patients based on the lecture transcript.

Alcohol Toxicity (General)

Characterized by Gl irritation, CNS depression, and metabolic acidosis.

Classic Case (Species)

$$\text{dogs} > \text{cats}$$

Alcohol Clinical Signs (Early Onset)

Rapid onset of Gl upset, ataxia, depression, or disorientation.

High Dose Alcohol Symptoms

Quick progression to seizures, bradycardia, hypotension, respiratory depression, and coma.

Labwork Findings (Alcohol)

Metabolic acidosis and hypoglycemia in more severe cases.

Activated Charcoal (AC) in Alcohol Toxicity

Not recommended (No AC) for treatment.

Early Emesis Treatment

Recommended early emesis; note that bread dough has a longer time frame for this procedure.

Alcohol Excretion in Dogs

Rapidly absorbed by the Gl tract, metabolized in the liver, and excreted via urine and lungs.

Ethanol

A type of alcohol found in bread dough and alcoholic drinks.

Methanol

A type of alcohol found in windshield wiper fluid and antifreeze products.

Isopropanol

A type of alcohol found in rubbing alcohol.

Bread Dough Risks

Carries additional risk of gastric dilation $\pm$ volvulus.

Yohimbine or Naloxone

Agents that can potentially reverse a coma state.