Is Slug & snail bait (metaldehyde) Poisonous to Pets?
🔴 Highly toxic — call a vet now · Dogs & cats
Slug and snail baits with metaldehyde are highly toxic and act fast on the nervous system.
Warning signs to watch for
- •Drooling and restlessness
- •Muscle tremors
- •High body temperature
- •Seizures
What to do right now
This is an emergency. Go to a vet immediately and bring the packaging.
ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 · Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661
Frequently asked questions
Is slug & snail bait (metaldehyde) poisonous to dogs and cats?
Slug and snail baits with metaldehyde are highly toxic and act fast on the nervous system.
What are the symptoms of slug & snail bait (metaldehyde) poisoning?
Watch for drooling and restlessness, muscle tremors, high body temperature, seizures. Signs can come on quickly or be delayed depending on how much your pet was exposed to.
What should I do if my pet was exposed to slug & snail bait (metaldehyde)?
This is an emergency. Go to a vet immediately and bring the packaging.
Sources: Pet Poison Helpline. This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. In any suspected poisoning, contact your vet or a poison hotline right away.
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