Snail & Slug Bait Poisoning
Educational Guide for Pet Owners
(Dogs & Cats)
Snail and slug baits are commonly used in gardens, but many of these products contain chemicals that can be highly dangerous to pets if eaten. Dogs are particularly at risk because the pellets often have a flavour coating that makes them appealing.
Pets may ingest bait directly, or accidentally consume a poisoned snail or slug, making awareness extremely important.
Why Snail and Slug Baits Are a Concern
Most commercial baits contain one of the following:
• Metaldehyde
A fast-acting compound that can severely affect the nervous system if consumed.
• Methiocarb
A carbamate chemical that can cause overstimulation of the body.
• Iron EDTA / Sodium Ferric EDTA
Marketed as “safer,” but still capable of causing illness in dogs and cats, especially in large amounts.
How Pets May Be Exposed
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Eating pellets directly from the ground
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Ingesting bait mixed into soil
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Eating a poisoned snail or slug
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Licking paws after walking through treated areas
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Consuming bait accidentally spilled during application
Pets with strong scavenging instincts or outdoor access are at higher risk.
Common Signs of Snail/Slug Bait Exposure
(General awareness only — not diagnostic)
Signs may include:
These signs can appear quickly after ingestion.
Why Prompt Veterinary Care Matters
Snail and slug bait exposure can develop rapidly and may become serious.
If a pet is suspected of eating bait or a poisoned snail/slug, immediate veterinary attention is essential.
Prevention Tips for Pet Safety
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Avoid using chemical snail or slug baits in pet areas.
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Choose pet-safe alternatives (beer traps, copper tape, decoy plants).
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Keep pets indoors when applying any garden products.
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Store all garden chemicals securely and out of reach.
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Monitor yard areas after rain, as pellets become more accessible.
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Remove snails/slugs promptly from high-risk zones.
Take-Home Message
Snail and slug baits, even those marketed as “low toxicity,” can pose a real danger to dogs and cats.
Awareness, prevention, and quick action if exposure is suspected can make an important difference in keeping animals safe.
* Natural pet botanicals are not intended to replace veterinary care or medication.
SET OF
Traditionally associated with patterns of heaviness or sluggishness, this blend is linked with helping the body’s natural flow and balance. In holistic practice, remedies connected symbolically with snail and slug patterns are thought to encourage lightness, resilience, and vitality.
This gentle support may also be considered as part of a natural detox routine, helping the body’s own processes of cleansing and renewal.
SET OF 4
1. Ingest Harmony 338-1 30ml
2. Activated Charcoal powder *10 capsules
3. Liver Clear 36 formula 50ml
4. Sodium Ascorbate Vitamin C 100mg powder
Contains:
Formula 1.Calabar Bean (Physostigma Vene 1M) has been traditionally recognised in West African practices, where it was historically associated with resilience, strength, and endurance, often regarded as a plant carrying significant cultural importance.
in 20% USP alc.in purified water.
Item 2.
Activated Charcoal powder Activated Charcoal – Natural Detox Support
Activated charcoal has long been valued for its ability to bind with and help remove unwanted substances from the digestive tract. Traditionally, it has been used as a natural aid for supporting digestive balance and general wellness.
Activated charcoal may assist by:
• Supporting the body’s natural detoxification processes
• Helping maintain digestive comfort and balance
• Providing gentle support during times of dietary upsets or environmental exposure
This product contains 100% pure activated charcoal, derived from selected natural hardwood.
For educational purposes only. No therapeutic claims are made. Always seek veterinary or practitioner guidance for individual cases.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6996653/
Formula 3. Greater Celandine (Chelidonium 30C) has long been traditionally associated with vitality and balance, often connected with supporting the body’s natural cycles of renewal and harmony.
Goldenrod (Solidago 3C, 200C) is traditionally regarded as a herb of cleansing and resilience, symbolising balance, strength, and restoration.
Dandelion (Taraxacum 30C, 1M) has deep traditional links with renewal, purification, and natural harmony, often connected with balance and vitality.
St Mary’s Thistle (Carduus marianus 200C) carries a strong tradition of association with strength, protection, and natural resilience, regarded as supportive of wellbeing and vitality.
Common Barberry (Berberis vulgaris 200C) is traditionally connected with inner balance, resilience, and harmony, reflecting historical use in support of natural cleansing.
Salt of Wormwood Potassium Carbonate (Kali carb 200C) is linked in traditional practice with grounding, stability, and renewal of strength.
Ferric Phosphate (Ferrum phosphoricum 6C, 1M) has been traditionally connected with vitality, resilience, and balance, often associated with strength and renewal.
Nut (Nux vomica 200C) carries traditional associations with balance, energy, and restoration, particularly in connection with cycles of renewal and harmony.
Blue Flag plant (Iris versicolor 200C) has long been linked with clarity, balance, and inner resilience, reflecting its traditional role in natural harmony.
Burdock (Arctium lappa 200C) is traditionally valued for its associations with purification, strength, and renewal of vitality.
Club Moss (Lycopodium 6C, 200C, 1M) holds strong traditional links with resilience, balance, and transformation, regarded as a symbol of inner strength.
Chamaeleon minerale (Mercurius solubilis 12X, 1M) is traditionally associated with vitality, cleansing, and restoration, particularly in maintaining balance.
Copper mineral (Cuprum metallicum 1M) has deep traditional associations with flexibility, strength, and balance, historically linked with harmony of body and spirit.
Lophophytum leandri plant (Flor di Piedra 4X, 30C) has long been regarded as a plant of resilience, balance, and vitality in traditional practice.
Hop Tree (Ptelea 6C, 30C) is traditionally connected with balance, resilience, and inner harmony.
Fe-Iron (Ferrum metallicum 30X, 30C) carries associations with vitality, renewal, and strength, often regarded as a foundation of resilience.
Dandelion (Taraxacum 30C, 1M) appears again in its traditional role as a symbol of cleansing, purification, and balance.
Bryony Root (Bryonia alba 200C) is traditionally connected with natural balance, restoration, and resilience.
Phosphate of Soda (Natrum phosphoricum 12X) has been associated with harmony, stability, and renewal.
Common Salt (Natrum muriaticum 200C) is deeply tied in traditional practice with balance, harmony, and resilience.
Magnesia Phosphate (Mag phos 12C, 1M) is often linked with natural ease, relaxation, and release of tension.
Sodium (Natrum 12X, 30X) is traditionally regarded for its role in assimilation and balance, symbolising strength and restoration within natural processes.
in 20% USP alc.in purified water.
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These statements are for general wellbeing and educational purposes only. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease. Always seek veterinary or professional advice for specific health concerns.
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