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Lead poisoning in dogs

Authors: McLeavey BJ
Publication: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 25, Issue 12, pp 395-396, Dec 1977
Publisher: Taylor and Francis

Animal type: Companion animal, Dog
Subject Terms: Minerals/elememts, Toxicology, Poisoning - chemical, Nervous system/neurology
Article class: Scientific Article

Abstract: Lead poisoning in dogs is insidious in onset, difficult to diagnose, and frequently overlooked. It is more prevalent in the older and more run-down areas in cities, where deteriorating paint, old lead plumbing, and untidy yards present many opportunities for dogs to acquire toxic amounts. My own practice is situated in one of the older areas of Christchurch and, over the 11 years covered by this paper, I have confirmed 107 cases of lead poisoning…

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