Certain types of herbal supplements are becoming increasingly popular with dog owners. These products contain a special ingredient or combination of ingredients that claim to improve overall health and wellness for dogs. One such product is called “Fittonia,” which contains extracts from plants that help reduce inflammation in your body.
Many people believe that reducing inflammation will make your skin look healthier and smoother. For this reason, most fad diets include an anti-inflammatory compound as part of their formula. Since dogs are genetically similar to us human beings, some people believe that these benefits can be extended to our canine friends!
Sadly, there have been reports of very serious side effects caused by “fitness” (the name given to the active component in the product) including vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weight loss, and even death in certain animals. Because these symptoms resemble those seen when a dog has ingested something harmful, like prescription medication, vets often refer to these situations as accidental overdosing.
This article will discuss the risks associated with ‘fit tonia’ and whether it is safe for cats. So what is fit tonia used for in dogs? And how do we know if it is safe for felines?
What is fit tone?
Fit tone is typically marketed for use in dogs as a nutritional supplement to promote healthy skin and prevent dry skin conditions.
There have been many reports of cats being poisoned by Fittonia
In fact, some dogs have even died after eating enough Fittonia to try and treat their internal ulcers!
Sadly, this doesn’t seem very likely in this case since it is nearly impossible to ingest enough fiddleheads to make them fatal for humans. But as we know, there are a few things that look like toys but aren’t.
Fittonia can look quite similar to another edible spring plant-the white clover. However, if you ever see any fur or hair in the stool, call your veterinarian right away!
They may be able to help save your cat’s life.
There may be a risk of poisoning
Although there have been no reports of cats actually eating a product containing fipronil, or other related chemicals, your pet could accidentally ingest it by licking, chewing, or swallowing the product surface.
Since exposure can occur both internally (through ingestion) and externally (by direct contact with skin and eyes), even very small amounts of this product can cause serious health problems for your cat.
If you are concerned about possible toxicity in your cat, do not use FitTona flea treatment anywhere near food, water, toys, or bedding that your cat might eat, drink, play with, or sleep with. Also make sure to discard all remnants of the treat in appropriate trash bins so that animals and children cannot access them.
To avoid potential harm, never leave fitTonflea out where your cat could get hold of it. If needed, place it in a tight sealed container so that it does not dissolve completely.
Avoid giving Fittonia to your cat
As mentioned earlier, Fittonia is not harmful to humans, but it can be dangerous for your dog or cat if they eat enough of the product.
If you notice your pet acting strangely or appearing lethargic after using this product, take them immediately to the vet!
You may also experience symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, sluggishness, dry skin and mucus membranes, tremors, seizures, muscle spasms, lack of activity, collapse, breathing difficulties or irregular heartbeat.
Fortunately, most dogs are only exposed to very small quantities of the plant before becoming ill so there are many opportunities to help save their life. Your doctor will likely perform blood tests to make sure your pets liver is working properly and looking at other possible causes for his symptoms.
**Warning! If you do give your cat Fittonia, make sure to quickly wash their mouth out with water to prevent any oral exposure. Also, check with your local veterinarian about safe treatments if necessary.
Seek emergency help for your cat if they have ingested Fittonia
There are many reasons why a dog or cat may ingest a non-food item. It can be from eating leftover food, playing with it, finding it in the environment, or chasing another animal that swallowed it.
If you notice your pet is acting sick or has symptoms such as lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, breathing difficulties, or seizures, take them immediately to the hospital for care.
You should also call the veterinarian right away to make sure their health does not suffer due to giardia toxicity. This can cause death!
Fortunately, there are treatments available for giardia poisoning. Veterinarians typically treat this disease by using antibiotics to reduce inflammation and restore normal gut function.
Given its risk of exposure and potential to do serious damage, seeking immediate veterinary attention is important. Fortunately, cats are more likely than dogs to vomit after being exposed to the parasite so detecting feline Giardiasis early is easier.
Sadly though, even once a person knows a dog or cat is infected they cannot usually tell when an outbreak will happen. This is because individual animals’ infections go unnoticed until signs appear.
Call your vet immediately
If you find yourself struggling to rehome your cat, or if they are showing signs of illness such as weight loss, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst, cough, or skin problems, it is important to call your veterinarian right away to determine what needs to be done next.
Some symptoms of feline toxicosis (disease caused by exposure to toxins) may go unnoticed until it becomes much more serious.
Unfortunately, there aren’t any safe levels of tannins for cats. Even small amounts can have devastating consequences since toxified kibble that doesn’t fully digest is passed through their digestive system and absorbed.
Toxic effects in dogs occur within hours-day at most! That means if you notice changes in behavior or physical appearance, get veterinary help ASAP.
Sadly, some veterinarians don’t know how to treat feline tannin poisoning so it is very important to look out for warning signs and make an appointment with someone who does.
There may be other toxins in the cat’s system that need to be identified
Although fitotonia can be helpful for some dogs, it can also cause health problems for cats. A few cases have been reported where cats were exposed to an excessive amount of fitotonia before suffering internal organ damage or even death.
If you are thinking about introducing fitotonia into your dog’s diet, here are some things you should know.
You should not feed it to your cat as a nutritional supplement. Instead, only use it if your cat gets injured and needs help recovering.
It is important to note that there has never been any reports of a dog being harmed by fitotonia.
So whether your dog is at risk depends on their individual sensitivity to fitotonia and what they could potentially ingest from another source.
Keep your cat indoors
Many people may not realize it, but you can actually make fitotonic foods for cats! This is great news as there are now ways to give your kitty all of the nutrients they need without having to worry about them being poisoned by too much of an ingredient.
Most kittens and adult cats need around 10-15 mg of zinc per day to survive. Zinc helps keep their skin and fur healthy and does other important things like help regulate blood sugar levels.
You can provide these minerals to your cat through either raw meat or cooked meats, fresh vegetables, dried fruits, fermented products (like yogurt), and baked goods such as biscuits or cookies that contain baking soda.
Because most fittenogens come from sources that humans eat, giving yourself and your loved ones a high quality diet will be more likely to have no negative effects on your health.
Keep Fittonia away from your cat
Recent reports indicate that Fittoria, also known as fitotorea or fitoterol tartrate, may cause serious health problems in cats. If you come across this product for your dog, do not use it!
Cat owners should be aware of potential dangers with fitterone, or fittoara as some have called it, powder. Since dogs are exposed to a much higher concentration than humans when using the same amount, they can experience more severe reactions.
Likely symptoms in cats include drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, lethargy, seizures, and coma. Because fits often occur suddenly, there is no prompt warning signs.
Sadly, most cases of oral toxicity in cats lead to death. Fortunately, veterinary experts agree that there isn’t enough evidence at this time to warn people about possible side effects in humans. However, because of the risk to dogs, we advise pet parents to avoid products containing fittopure until they confirm that it is safe for animals.
Product warnings must say “CAUTION FOR DOGS” and contain precautions such as not letting dogs lick off the contaminated area, throwing out any leftover powder, and ensuring that dogs are drinking adequate water.