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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

Baby Food

Also known as: Infant Food, Gerber Baby Food

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Toxic compound: N-propyl disulfide (onion/garlic powder - concentrated)

What Happens

Many baby foods contain onion or garlic powder for flavor, even in meat varieties. Concentrated powders more toxic than fresh. Commonly used to tempt sick cats but very dangerous.

Timeline

Anemia develops over 1-5 days with repeated exposure

🩺 Symptoms

Hemolytic anemia, weakness, pale gums, vomiting, rapid breathing

Do This Right Now

Check ingredients for onion/garlic powder immediately. Stop feeding if present. Call vet.

When to Worry

If onion/garlic powder present, watch for lethargy, pale gums, rapid breathing

Vet Consultation

Contact vet if onion/garlic powder ingredients consumed. May need bloodwork.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.