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10-20-2012, 12:48 PM
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To All My Forum Friends:
My 3yr old mini dachshund, ZOE, died of “Decon” ingestion this week. I would like to share with you the telltale signs so that you might not have such a tragedy happen to you and your dog.
I had opened up the fence between my neighbor and my yard to repair and replace some fencing. I knew my dogs would go to their yard since it was open x 2 days, and walked the small property to look for any dangerous items. I specifically was looking for the signature blue/yellow box that Decon comes in. Unfortunately it comes in other containers also.
I always thought of myself as a good parent to my animals and would do anything to keep them from harm. But I wasn’t diligent enough in my search.
The signs of decon ingestion are obvious if you collect your dogs feces (poop). Their poop becomes blue/green in color in the first days, but no other changes/symptoms are obvious, until it is too late! Those signs are bruising/swelling on the body (in Zoe’s case, it was on her lower abdomen and leg a week later).
We are devastated by the loss of our baby and posting this so it may not happen to anyone else.
Steve and vicki
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10-20-2012, 01:38 PM
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Location: SLC Utah
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Originally Posted by renoites
To All My Forum Friends:
My 3yr old mini dachshund, ZOE, died of “Decon” ingestion this week. I would like to share with you the telltale signs so that you might not have such a tragedy happen to you and your dog.
I had opened up the fence between my neighbor and my yard to repair and replace some fencing. I knew my dogs would go to their yard since it was open x 2 days, and walked the small property to look for any dangerous items. I specifically was looking for the signature blue/yellow box that Decon comes in. Unfortunately it comes in other containers also.
I always thought of myself as a good parent to my animals and would do anything to keep them from harm. But I wasn’t diligent enough in my search.
The signs of decon ingestion are obvious if you collect your dogs feces (poop). Their poop becomes blue/green in color in the first days, but no other changes/symptoms are obvious, until it is too late! Those signs are bruising/swelling on the body (in Zoe’s case, it was on her lower abdomen and leg a week later).
We are devastated by the loss of our baby and posting this so it may not happen to anyone else.
Steve and vicki
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My deepest sympathy to you both. Thank you for this info.
We have had mice in our trailer this summer and had Decon in it. When we brought it home I have tried to be careful to make sure every pellet they moved has been picked up before I let our cat inside to do her usual inspection.
Again I am so very sorry for you both.
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10-20-2012, 08:55 PM
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Loss of pet.
I am so sorry for the loss of your dog. May you cherish your precious memories.
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10-21-2012, 06:45 AM
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Location: Fredericksburg, TX
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Renoite,
The loss of a family pet can be as devastating as the loss of a family member. It is important that you not be too severe on yourself, after all, you did make a good faith effort to search for anything that may be harmful to Zoe. Our condolences go out to you.
Jerry & Carol Curtis
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10-22-2012, 12:30 PM
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Location: Wisconsin
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Steve and Vickie
Short of losing a child or other close loved ones I can't think of anything worse. I've been through about 4 dogs in my life that were constant companions and I know how painful this is. My most heartfelt thoughts are with you both. And, thanks for the "warning" signs info. I did not know what to look for.
rick
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10-23-2012, 09:21 AM
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Location: Canton, Georgia
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Really sorry to hear of the loss of your pet. It's never easy no matter how young or old they are, or the circumstance. Our thoughts are with you.
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