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Dog ate organophosphate and carbamate insecticides? What to do
Organophosphate and carbamate insecticides overstimulate a dog's nerves, causing drooling, tiny pupils, vomiting, trembling, breathing trouble and seizures.
If your dog ate or touched this, call your vet or a pet poison line now
United States
Poison lines in other countries: United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand
What to do now
- Call your vet or a pet poison line now.
- Keep the product label and bring it with you.
- If it's on the skin, gently wash your dog with detergent and water.
Don't
- Don't make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to.
- Don't give tranquilizers or other medicines.
Signs to watch for
- Heavy drooling
- Tiny pupils
- Peeing often
- Vomiting and diarrhea
- Belly cramps
- Trouble breathing
- Trembling
- Seizures
When signs appear: Usually within hours; can be delayed more than 2 days
Why
These insecticides act on the nervous system. Dogs can be poisoned by eating the product or treated plants, or by getting it on the skin or in the eyes.
Sources
Guide reviewed 9 October 2026.
General information from the sources above, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your vet.