Source: Fox 12 Oregon
A Portland emergency animal hospital, DoveLewis, is warning dog owners about salmon poisoning disease after a 6-year-old border collie mix named Forrest nearly died from the illness. The disease, most common in the Pacific Northwest, occurs when dogs consume raw or undercooked fish infected with the parasite Nanophyetus salmincola, which can carry the harmful bacterium Neorickettsia helminthoeca.
Forrest became lethargic and lost his appetite after a walk near a creek with dead salmon carcasses, though his owner did not see him eat any fish. His condition worsened, and he required intensive care, including IV fluids, antibiotics, stomach medications and a feeding tube. After several critical days, he recovered. Symptoms of salmon poisoning typically appear within five to seven days and include vomiting, diarrhea, fever, lethargy and weight loss. Veterinarians urge dog owners to keep pets away from dead fish and properly dispose of fish remains to prevent infection.
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