An animal rescue team in the United Kingdom says a labrador retriever reportedly suffered from a rare case of canine alcohol withdrawal.
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According to the Woodside Animals Rescue Trust, their most recent rescue, Coco, reportedly suffered from canine alcohol withdrawal after its owner died. Coco and another dog arrived at the center on April 4, as reported by Fox 5 Atlanta. The other dog was dying, and the organization declared that both dogs suffered from alcohol withdrawal. They were reportedly hooked on alcohol after years of their owner leaving open bottles in the yard.
“Coco’s friend was repeatedly fitting, and soon after, Coco also started to fit. Thankfully a vet was on site at the time and was able to administer emergency care, but sadly, Coco’s friend passed away despite our best efforts. Coco continued to be seriously unwell and required round-the-clock care. It became clear that he was suffering from symptoms that all pointed to alcohol withdrawal. He spent four weeks sedated to help with his withdrawal symptoms and to reduce the risk of further fits.”
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Thankfully, Coco is recovering after the center kept him for a month in intensive care. However, he is not ready for adoption as he shows signs of anxiousness.
“We are so thankful that we are now out of danger and Coco is off all medication and is now starting to behave like a normal dog. He is not yet ready for adoption, and whilst physically he seems to have recovered, mentally he is still very anxious at times.”
Facebook users also expressed their good wishes for Coco due to his condition. “Oh my goodness .. I can’t believe this very sad story. Thankfully you have the knowledge and expertise to help Coco. Have donated x,” wrote one user.
What is canine alcohol withdrawal?
Alcohol withdrawal in dogs, also known as canine alcohol withdrawal, is a potentially life-threatening condition when a dog regularly consuming alcohol suddenly stops drinking. This can happen if the dog has been accidentally exposed to alcohol or regularly consumes alcoholic beverages due to a behavioral issue or an underlying medical condition.
Symptoms of canine alcohol withdrawal can include restlessness, anxiety, tremors, seizures, vomiting, diarrhea, and even coma. It is important to seek veterinary care immediately if you suspect that your dog is experiencing alcohol withdrawal.
Treatment for canine alcohol withdrawal may involve hospitalization, intravenous fluids, medications to control seizures and anxiety, and close monitoring by a veterinarian. In severe cases, dogs may need to be placed on a ventilator or undergo other intensive care measures to support their respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
It is important to note that alcohol is toxic to dogs and can cause serious health problems, including liver damage, brain damage, and even death. Therefore, it is important to keep alcoholic beverages out of pets’ reach and seek veterinary care immediately if you suspect your dog has ingested alcohol.