A retrospective report of 90 dogs with suspected cane toad (Bufo marinus) toxicity.
OBJECTIVE
To report the clinical characteristics of toad toxicity in domestic dogs in Brisbane.


METHODS
A retrospective analysis of clinical cases.


METHODS
All cases of toad poisoning which presented to a northern suburbs emergency clinic in Brisbane over a 30-month period beginning in April 1999 were reviewed.


RESULTS
A total of 90 canine cases of suspected toad poisoning were reviewed. Small breed dogs accounted for 76% of cases. Jack Russell, Silky, and Fox Terriers were the most represented breeds. Cases were reported year round, with fewest cases over the winter months. The most common clinical signs were increased salivation (78% of cases), and red oral mucous membranes (63% cases). Seizures occurred in 31% of cases. Generally the outcome was excellent with 96% survival.
Reeves
M P
MP
Queensland Veterinary Specialists, 263 Appleby Road, Stafford Heights, Queensland 4053.
D000818:Animals; D002024:Bufo marinus; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000401:mortality; D004285:Dogs; D005260:Female; D015994:Incidence; D008297:Male; D011041:Poisoning / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000662:veterinary; D011379:Prognosis; D011793:Queensland / Q000453:epidemiology; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012621:Seasons; D016019:Survival Analysis; D014118:Toxins, Biological / Q000506:poisoning*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D014118:Toxins, Biological