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Which type of paint contains dangerous metals like lead, cadmium, and mercury?
Artists and oil paints
What are some benefits of feeding pets pure pumpkin?
Pure pumpkin is high in fiber and packed with vitamins and minerals. It is often recommended to help pets with constipation and diarrhea.
What symptoms can oil-based paints cause in animals if ingested?
Oil-based paints can cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and weakness in animals. Larger amounts can be fatal if not treated.
Why should you watch out if your dog eats a non-painted porch pumpkin?
If dogs eat non-painted pumpkins that have started rotting, they can experience gastrointestinal upset. Eating large pieces of the rind can also cause choking or digestive blockages.
Are nontoxic paints completely safe for animals to ingest?
No, nontoxic paints are not completely safe. They are less harmful but can still cause stomach upset, vomiting, and diarrhea if ingested by pets or wildlife.
What other common Halloween items besides painted pumpkins can be harmful to pets?
Candy, especially chocolate, candy wrappers, gauzy spiderweb decorations, and electrical cords can all pose risks to pets.
What should you do if you want to paint a pumpkin but want to protect animals from harm?
If you want to paint a pumpkin, keep it indoors and out of reach of pets and wildlife to prevent animals from chewing on it.
Why shouldn’t you throw painted pumpkins into a compost pile after Halloween?
Painted pumpkins shouldn’t be composted because the paint won’t decompose and can contaminate the compost with metals or chemicals.
Is pumpkin itself toxic to dogs and cats?
no
what is GI
gastro intestinal