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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

Motor Oil

Also known as: Motor Oil, Engine Oil, Car Oil, 10W-30, 5W-20

household • automotive
Toxic compound: petroleum hydrocarbons

What Happens

Hydrocarbons cause aspiration pneumonia and organ damage

Timeline

Immediate to 6 hours

🩺 Symptoms

Coughing, difficulty breathing, vomiting, lethargy

Do This Right Now

DO NOT induce vomiting - emergency vet for respiratory support

When to Worry

ANY ingestion - aspiration risk

Vet Consultation

Emergency - call immediately

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