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Vancouver Island dog saved from opioid overdose by Naloxone
A dog named Birdie, a 1.5-year-old mixed breed on Vancouver Island, was saved from a potential opioid overdose after its owner administered Naloxone.
Afton Frost, a harm reduction worker with AVI Health & Community Services, recognized the signs of an overdose in the dog, including pinpointed pupils and unresponsiveness. Frost administered a nasal dose of Naloxone, which reversed the effects of the substance.
A subsequent veterinary visit confirmed that the dog showed no lasting ill effects from the exposure. The incident highlights the utility of Naloxone in responding to opioid-related emergencies in animals.
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AVI Health & Community Services · Afton Frost · Birdie · Campbell River · Vancouver Island
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Birdie's owner, Afton Frost, observed the dog's eyes were closed and pupils were pinpointed during the incident. quesnelobserver.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Afton Frost administered a nasal dose of Naloxone to the dog. quesnelobserver.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] A veterinarian found no ill effects in the dog during a follow-up visit. quesnelobserver.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Naloxone works by blocking the effects of opioids to reverse an overdose. quesnelobserver.com