Metaldehyde (Slug and Snail Bait) Poisoning

Slug or snail bait containing metaldehyde can poison pets rapidly after ingestion. Suspected exposure requires urgent veterinary attention.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.