• Ask A Vet Online 24/7
  • Fitness
    • Mobility
    • Playing
    • Running
    • Weight
  • Health
    • Allergies
    • Digestive System
    • Diseases
    • Ears
    • Handicap
    • Nutrition
    • Parasites
    • Reproduction
    • Supplements
    • Urinary System
    • Vision
  • Care
    • Adoption
    • Bedding
    • Cleaning supplies
    • Kitten
    • Pet insurance
    • Puppy
    • Safety
    • Senior
  • Fun & Play
    • Gadgets
    • Games
    • Treats
  • Training
    • Manners
    • Obedience
    • Rehabilitation
  • Behavior
    • Psychology
    • Travel
  • Grooming
    • Bathing
    • Fur
    • Skin
    • Style
  • Login
  • Register
  • Share This Page
  • Search
  • Ask A Vet Online 24/7
  • Fitness
    • Mobility
    • Playing
    • Running
    • Weight
  • Health
    • Allergies
    • Digestive System
    • Diseases
    • Ears
    • Handicap
    • Nutrition
    • Parasites
    • Reproduction
    • Supplements
    • Urinary System
    • Vision
  • Care
    • Adoption
    • Bedding
    • Cleaning supplies
    • Kitten
    • Pet insurance
    • Puppy
    • Safety
    • Senior
  • Fun & Play
    • Gadgets
    • Games
    • Treats
  • Training
    • Manners
    • Obedience
    • Rehabilitation
  • Behavior
    • Psychology
    • Travel
  • Grooming
    • Bathing
    • Fur
    • Skin
    • Style
  • Home
  • Digestive System
  • My Dog Ate Halls Cough Drop What Should I Do?
Categories:
  • Digestive System
  • Health
  • Safety

My Dog Ate Halls Cough Drop What Should I Do?

Kyoko

December 22, 2020
Like 2
Categories:
  • Digestive System
  • Health
  • Safety
SHARE THIS PAGE

My Dog Ate Halls Cough Drop What Should I Do?

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. This means if you make a purchase through links on this page, OurFitPets may collect a share of the sale or other compensation. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

You’re stuck home in bed with a horrible cold and are taking Halls cough drops to help your throat and ease the coughing. We’re sorry you’re sick and hope you feel much better soon!

When we’re sick, it’s easy to become careless about where our used tissues land, or where our medication is sitting. Sometimes these things may even fall on the floor! Right where your dog can get at them. When it comes to cough drops, that can be a problem.

Halls Cough Drops

Check Price on Amazon

Halls cough drops really do a great job at easing cold and flu symptoms. They also work well to help ease congestion in the sinuses and nasal passages.

These cough drops have been around for decades! They were first made back in the 1930s by the Halls Brothers company in the UK. Halls cough drops comes in a wide variety of flavors including:

  • Black cherry (sugar free)
  • Black currant
  • Cherry
  • Citrus blend
  • Colors
  • Honey-lemon
  • Mentho-lyptus (menthol and eucalyptus)
  • And many others

The ingredients in each flavor of Halls may be different, but can include Vitamin C, colorings, menthol, eucalyptus and more. Some contain sugar, while others are sugar free.

Are Cough Ingredients Dangerous for Dogs?

Check Price on Amazon

Yes, some ingredients can be dangerous to dogs including:

Xylitol: which is an artificial sweetener. It can cause hypoglycemia and liver damage in dogs.

Benzocaine: is a medication that reduces mouth and throat pain. It works to numb tissues. It can cause gastrointestinal upset in dogs. If dogs eat this substance in large amounts, they can develop methemoglobinemia, which is a form of anemia that can cause depression, weakness, rapid breathing, discoloration of the skin & mucus membranes, jaundice, vomiting, hypothermia, or even swelling of the jaw and face.

Obstruction: this means that a cough drop could become lodged in a dog’s throat or esophagus, which can lead to asphyxiation.

One more danger is if the dog swallows a wrapped cough drop. The wrapper can become lodged anywhere in the digestive system, which can lead to very serious medical issues such as an intestinal blockage.

If your dog has eaten one or more cough drops, then first check the ingredients on the packaging (if possible). The vet will need this information. Then call the vet and get their advice, which will probably be to get your fur baby to their office ASAP.

When you’re taking cough drops, try to be careful and keep track of where they are. If they accidentally land on the floor, then pick the up right away. And if they’re in another area where your dog can access them, then move them to a new, safer place.

(Visited 4 times, 1 visits today)
The contents of the OurFitPets.com website, such as text, graphics, images, and other material contained on this site (“Content”) are for informational purposes only. The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional veterinarian advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian with any questions you may have regarding the medical condition of your pet. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website!
Tags:
  • dog care
  • dog health
  • dog safety
SHARE THIS PAGE

Kyoko

Kyoko is from a family of 3 and moved to New York with her parents and siblings when she was 13. Kyoko is fond of spending a great amount of time with pets, specifically her beagle Luna and cat Missy. Her boyfriend often complains that she spends too much time giving attention to their animals. Kyoko has written dozens of articles concerning pets and is aiming at owning a pet shop one day!

Related Posts

  • 50 Genius Inspired Dog Names January 15, 2021
    Is It Worth Allowing Your Lovely Dog to Sleep With You? January 14, 2021
  • 50 Gambling Inspired Dog Names January 14, 2021
    50 Elf & Elvish Inspired Dog Names January 13, 2021
  • My Dog Drank Ginger Ale Will He Get Sick? January 12, 2021
    60 Elements, Science or Chemistry Inspired Dog Names January 12, 2021

Add Your Comment Cancel reply

Something else?

Popular Categories

Bedding

Bedding

Cleaning supplies

Cleaning supplies

Gadgets

Gadgets

Manners

Manners

Nutrition

Nutrition

Training

Training

Travel

Travel

Treats

Treats

Last Comments

  • Yewande on Best Cat Birthday Cake Recipes!
  • Xavier on 12 Signs a Dog is Dying: What to Do When Your Dog’s Health Declines
  • Lady Grasha on DIY Gingerbread Dog House – How To Guide
  • Tucker on DIY Gingerbread Dog House – How To Guide
  • Willow on Could My Dog Be Allergic to His Food?

The contents of the OurFitPets.com website, such as text, graphics, images, and other material contained on this site (“Content”) are for informational purposes only. The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional veterinarian advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian with any questions you may have regarding the medical condition of your pet. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website!

Top Topics Today

Which GPS dog collar to invest in – Whistle 3 or Link AKC Smart Collar?

Top 10 Cat Gadgets For 2020

5 of the Best Pet Cameras in 2020

10 of the best kitten toys

OurFitPets.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

  • Ask A Vet Online 24/7
  • Contact Us
  • Pet Guest Post
  • Pet Product Reviewer
  • Categories
  • Do Not Sell my Personal Information
  • Terms of Use
  • Disclaimer & Disclosure
  • Privacy Policy
  • Copyright
© OurFitPets.com

Share it on your social network:

Or you can just copy and share this url
We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkLearn More