Strychnine Poisoning

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                      General Information



Strychnine is a powerful poison used to control predators,

rodents, pigeons and moles.  It is often placed in meat, grain

and peanuts, which may be accidentally eaten by pets.

Deliberate strychnine poisonings occur on occasion.  Poisoned

peanuts buried in the ground are potent indefinitely and are

extremely hazardous to pets and children.



                 Important Points in Treatment



1.  Treatment of strychnine poisoning involves removal of poison

    if recently eaten, control of convulsions with sedation, and

    life-support treatment until the effects of the poison have

    worn off.



2.  Give all the medication as directed.  Call the doctor if you

    cannot give the medication.



3.  Diet:  Follow the instructions checked.



    ____Feed the normal diet.



    ____A special diet is required.  Feed as follows:





4.  Special instructions:





        Notify the Doctor if Any of the Following Occur:



    * Your pet refuses to eat or develops vomiting or diarrhea.



    * Your pet is restless or unusually excitable.



    * Your pet seems depressed or very inactive.