Do not try to make a dog vomit unless a veterinarian or poison control professional tells you to do so
Call your veterinarian or an animal poison control hotline immediately if your dog may have eaten something toxic or dangerous
Keep the dog calm and prevent further eating or drinking until you get professional advice
Have ready the dog’s weight, what was eaten, how much, and when it happened
Follow only the exact instructions given by the veterinarian or poison control professional
Do not use salt, syrup of ipecac, hydrogen peroxide, or any other home remedy unless specifically directed by a veterinarian
Seek emergency veterinary care right away if the dog is having trouble breathing, is unconscious, is seizing, is choking, or has swallowed a sharp object, battery, or caustic substance