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Therefore, pets who are known to have been electrocuted should be monitored closely even if they appear to be ok at the time. And if you aren’t aware that electrocution occurred, if you do begin to notice any of the following, it is critical that your pet be seen by a veterinarian for evaluation. Even though electrocution from chewing on live electrical cords is the most common form of electrical injury in our pets, there are others that are worth mentioning – the most notable being stray voltage. This often occurs after natural disasters or bad storms that cause live electrical wires to break and fall across roads and sidewalks or even puddles, which may lead to exposure of unseen electrical current, resulting in electrocution. Due to the high voltage of these cables, death is almost always the result.
If your pet is still holding onto or touching the electrical cord, turn off the electricity at its source (circuit breaker or fuse box) if possible. This is to disconnect the current from continuing to course through your pet’s body. Do not touch your pet until you've disconnected the source of electricity to avoid you being electrocuted. And do not touch the cord or pull the plug from the outlet. However, dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, and breeds are still known to get themselves into trouble and can and will chew on electrical cords from time to time, especially if left alone unsupervised. Most dogs will make a full recovery if they’ve received medical treatment as soon as possible after eating a foreign object. The vet will provide you with post-surgery instructions on how to care for your fur baby as he heals.If you’re unable to turn off the electricity at its source, you need to move your pet away from the source safely. By using a long non-conductive object such as a wooden broom handle or a similar object, you should move your pet away from touching the electrical cord or the electricity source. Once they are safely away, you can now touch your pet without risk of being electrocuted. Second. Deterrents: You can cover cords with pet-safe bitter-tasting sprays to help deter them from biting any cords. Make sure to spray onto a cloth and then rub it onto the cords, as opposed to spraying directly on the electrical cords and devices. Be aware that some pets who have been electrocuted may experience a delayed onset of symptoms, particularly in cases such as small burns that become infected. Your pet may not exhibit signs of discomfort until a burn becomes infected, or as in cases described above, until fluid starts to fill up in the lungs (more critical cases). Count the number of breaths your pet takes over 15 seconds and multiply it by 4 = how many breaths in 1 minute. A rise and fall of your pet’s chest = 1 respiration. If you don’t see any rise and fall of their chest, their tongue is blue, purple, or pale white, get to an animal ER immediately.
If your dog or cat hasn't typically been interested in chewing cords or cables in the past but suddenly becomes obsessed, then it's time to have your pet seen by a veterinarian, as conditions like stress, dental issues, PICA, etc. can cause a pet to suddenly seek out inappropriate things to chew on. Be extra careful around the holidays Typical treatment requires hospitalization with oxygen support, administration of any necessary medications, close monitoring, and in severe cases, mechanical ventilation may be required. Your pet could be in the hospital for 2–3 days or even longer, depending on the severity of the injuries they sustained. Cardiac AbnormalitiesTypically, most pets live in environments where there are many electrical cords readily accessible for them to chew on. However, it is more common that younger cats and dogs are the main culprits. Usually, from the age they are brought home (around 8 weeks) up to around 2 years (on average) is the age group most commonly afflicted as they often view electrical cords as chew toys, thus getting themselves into trouble. Electrocution can cause multiple different types of injuries, from minor to major external and/or internal injuries. However, the longer a pet is exposed to the current is usually the major variable that causes the differences in the type of injuries, and the greater the damage will be. Review symptoms, medications & behavior to keep your pets healthy with a Vet Online in just minutes. Ask a Vet Live Now Phone Cords, Chargers and Dogs If you believe your pet’s heart and/or breathing have stopped, it is recommended you have your pet seen immediately by a veterinarian. You can attempt to give CPR in the interim – while on the way to a hospital. Place 3–4 fingers on the inside of their rear leg around the mid-thigh. This is where the femoral artery runs, and you should feel it pulsing near the surface. It is easier to find if your dog is standing up.
Or, by placing your hands on either side of their chest behind the elbows, over their heart to try and feel it beating to count the pulse rate. However, keep in mind the list of electrical cords that could pose at other times throughout the year, as the list is endless! Such as those from air conditioners, fans, computers, laptops, as well as phone chargers. Natural Disasters and Stray Voltage Training: Pets should be prevented from chewing cables by using management and pet-proofing your home. If you catch your dog chewing on a cord, interrupt immediately and redirect them to an appropriate chew toy or other activity. Typically involves hospitalization for close monitoring with EKG leads and administration of anti-arrhythmia medications until the heart rate and/or rhythm is controlled. Be Aware of Delayed Onset ElectrocutionNo matter the size of your pet, the average respiratory rate is the same, between 15 and 30 breaths per minute. Once you and your pet are safely clear of the electrical source, determine if your pet is stable. If your pet is standing and moving around, this does not mean they haven’t been injured, and you should still have them seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible, as damage from electrocution can be internal as well as external. So even if you don’t see any external injuries, it doesn’t mean your pet doesn’t have significant internal trauma.
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