
07/11/2025
Did you know a swallowed penny can be toxic to pets?
Pennies minted after 1982 contain over 97 percent zinc. When ingested, that zinc can destroy red blood cells and damage organs.
Signs of toxicity may include vomiting, pale gums, orange urine, weakness.
If you think your pet swallowed a coin, contact your veterinarian or animal poison control center right away. Early action matters.
www.crittercarecollective.com/toxicities/zinc-toxicity
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