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Dog ate blood lime — is it dangerous?

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Yes, blood lime is toxic to dogs. If your dog has ingested blood lime, contact your veterinarian or pet poison control immediately.

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About BLOOD LIME

The Blood Lime (Citrus australis var. sanguinea) is a hybrid citrus fruit native to Australia, known for its reddish-purple flesh and tart flavor. It is a cross between the Finger Lime and Ellendale Mandarin. Blood Limes are primarily found in specialty markets and used in culinary applications. Regarding pets, specifically cats and dogs, citrus fruits, including Blood Limes, contain essential oils and compounds like psoralens and limonene that can be toxic if ingested. Symptoms of toxicity include vomiting, diarrhea, depression, and potential photosensitivity. Therefore, it is recommended to keep Blood Limes and other citrus fruits out of reach of pets to avoid any health issues.

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Related Information

Dr. Kamala Freeman

Dr. Kamala Freeman

DVMEmergency Veterinarian

Dr. Kamala Freeman is an emergency veterinarian with extensive experience in urgent pet care and toxicity cases. She works at an emergency veterinary hospital treating pets exposed to poisons, toxins, and other life-threatening emergencies.

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