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Glow Sticks

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Glow Sticks — toxicity in dogs and cats

Monitor at homeApplies to: dogs and cats.

Overview

Glow stick liquid (dibutyl phthalate) has an intensely bitter taste that causes dramatic drooling and mouth pawing but usually limited systemic toxicity. Pets may appear distressed immediately after biting into glow jewelry or toys. Vomiting can occur from irritation and bad taste response. Most cases improve quickly after oral rinsing and supportive care at home.

Symptoms

Profuse drooling, pawing at mouth, mild vomiting

Typical onset

Immediate

What to do

Offer water or small amount of food; monitor at home.

This page is educational and does not replace veterinary advice. If your pet may have been exposed, call UVEC at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.

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Glow stick liquid (dibutyl phthalate) has an intensely bitter taste that causes dramatic drooling and mouth pawing but usually limited systemic toxicity. Pets may appear distressed immediately after biting into glow jewelry or toys. Vomiting can occur from irritation and bad taste response. Most cases improve quickly after oral rinsing and supportive care at home.

Symptoms
Profuse drooling, pawing at mouth, mild vomiting
Onset
Immediate
Recommended next step
Offer water or small amount of food; monitor at home.
This tool is informational only and does not replace veterinary advice. If ingestion may have happened, contact UVEC at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.