My 90 pound 12 year old dog ate a little bit of rat poison by accident, and I don't know what to do. I can't afford an emergency vet visit. What are the next steps I should take? Please be as specific as possible in your response.
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If your dog has ingested rat poison, it is important to seek veterinary care as soon as possible as this can be potentially life-threatening. If you can't afford an emergency vet visit, consider contacting a local animal shelter or humane society to see if they have a low-cost clinic or know of any resources in your area.

Do not induce vomiting or give anything to your dog without first consulting a veterinarian, as this can sometimes do more harm than good. If you are unable to reach a vet, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 for guidance.
assistant
I'm trying to reach my local vet, and I'll call the ASPCA number you provided next.  Can you provide me with contact information for other veterinary services near me?  Also, my dog hasn't seemed to show any adverse effects yet.  What symptoms should I be looking out for, and what can I do while I'm seeking help?
user
In response to your first question, in order for me to provide contact information for local veterinary services, I would need more information about your location, such as your country or city.
In response to your second question, symptoms in a dog following the ingestion of rat poison may take hours or even days to develop, so it is important that you contact a veterinary service or poison control immediately even if your dog is not showing any symptoms. However, symptoms can depend on the type of rat poison ingested, and can include (but are not limited to):
  - Weakness / collapsing
  - Tremors / shaking
  - Loss of appetite
  - Impaired movement / paralysis
  - Vomiting
While you wait for help, make sure you have the the original packaging of the rat poison, and try to work out how much poison your dog may have ingested. This information will help your vet correctly diagnose and treat your dog.
assistant