In addition to seeking urgent medical care, if a resident ingests a toxin, ask your veterinarian if administration of activated charcoal is advised. We suggest asking your veterinarian if there are specific products they recommend for the various species in your care so you can have them ready should you need them. This is not a magic cure and may not be appropriate in all situations, but it can be helpful to have on hand. While prevention is imperative when it comes to protecting your residents from toxins if they accidentally ingest something toxic, the administration of an activated charcoal product may help absorb the toxins. Check with your region’s agricultural department to ensure you have a full picture of what could be problematic for pigs in your area! This is not an exhaustive list. There may be particular plants that grow in your region that are not included on the list. In order to help ensure you never run into this problem, we have compiled this resource of common plants and other potentially toxic things that have been known to be a problem for goats. There are also some toxins that are highly dangerous even in small amounts. While minor exposure to many of these toxins are unlikely to cause serious problems, large amounts can cause severe health issues and sadly, even death. Unfortunately, toxic and poisonous hazards are sometimes overlooked in the hustle and bustle of operating a sanctuary. It can be a challenge to ensure goat residents have healthy, happy lives after coming to a sanctuary, and there are many different aspects of care to consider each day. This resource has been fully reviewed and updated by a member of The Open Sanctuary Project’s staff as of November 19th, 2021
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