Meeko the dog ate a Delta 8 Chocolate Bar

This is Meeko, a 4-month-old Corgi. Meeko's dad is currently the only income in the home, and switched jobs recently. The transition caused them to fall behind on bills. 

Meeko, a typical puppy, needs to be watched all the time so he doesn't get into anything. Unfortunately, when his mom wasn't watching, Meeko got a whole dark chocolate Delta 8 bar and ate it. Delta 8 is legal in the state of Wyoming.

Meeko almost immediately became comatose and incoherent. His parents rushed him to the vet, afraid they would lose their puppy. This expense was more than they could afford, so they applied to Fur Kids Foundation for help with this unexpected veterinary bill. 

Delta 8 is different from CBD products. According to the FDA, Delta-8 THC products should be kept out of the reach of children and pets. Delta 8 edibles include gummies and other candies, mints, chocolates and chocolate bars, beverages, potato chips, and baked goods such as brownies and cookies. Unfortunately, many of these sweet or savory products are also yummy to our dogs, and dogs are more likely to ingest an entire package of any edibles they can reach because they taste delicious.

According to the Whole Dog Journal, ingestion of small to moderate amounts of these products may cause the following signs in dogs: listlessness, incoordination when walking, falling over when standing, dilated pupils, slow heart rate, dribbling urine, and an exaggerated response to light, touch, and sound. Dogs who have ingested large amounts may have slow breathing, low blood pressure, and may exhibit seizures or become comatose. If your dog accidentally consumes delta 8, THC, or any product containing it, it is important to seek immediate veterinary assistance for guidance on how to proceed and ensure your pet's well-being.

Meeko had to stay a few days at the clinic while he slept off the Delta 8, receive fluids, and have his temperature–which kept dropping–monitored around the clock. After a few days, Meeko was becoming more coherent and was able to go home. Where his parents will put things little puppies should not have, in a harder to reach place. 

If you use delta 8 products, please store them in a locked drawer or cabinet to keep them out of reach of your pets. 

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