When To Take Action

• If a dog eats a poison or swallows a toy that may get caught in the intestines, inducing vomiting is recommended. However, according to the "Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook", if the dog is already vomiting, then inducing even more vomiting may bring on dehydration. Also, do not induce vomiting if on the poison's label it states "do not induce vomiting". For example, human pain relievers need immediate vet care, sodium bicarbonate and IV treatment, not induced vomiting.
  
  

Gathering Materials

• Syrup of ipecac can be used to induce vomiting, but 3% hydrogen peroxide works better. Mix one part hydrogen peroxide (or one part syrup of ipecac) with one part water. If you can get a helper to call the vet as you are doing this, so much the better. If you are alone, induce vomiting and then call the vet.
  
  

Down The Hatch, Up The Hatch

• If you can get a helper, have the helper hold the dog. If you are alone, straddle your dog so he is in between your knees. Lift the dog's head so the chin is tilted up. Make a pouch of one cheek and pour the mixture in there. Immediately close the dog's lips and gently massage the dog's throat, encouraging him to swallow as you keep the head tilted back. A poisoned dog will not put up much of a fuss.