Can they eat it? / Slug and snail bait (metaldehyde)
Can dogs and cats eat slug and snail bait (metaldehyde)?
Dogs
ToxicCats
ToxicDeadly. Dogs find the pellets tasty.
Causes severe tremors and seizures within hours. Use iron-phosphate baits or none in a pet's garden.
What to watch for
Drooling, anxiety, twitching, seizures, very high temperature.
If they ate it
Emergency: vet now.
Toxic for dogs means: do not give it; if they ate it, call your vet or a poison line.
General information from veterinary guidance, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, call your vet or a pet poison line: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435. Charges may apply.