Beware of Carbon Monoxide

[Michael Romanos]

Carbon Monoxide may be a real danger to your Corgi in your home.

Dogs can so easily die from CM toxicity within a few hours.

Most common causes: non-ventilated or poorly ventilated furnace, gas water heater, gas/kerosene space heater, faulty exhaust system, smoke inhalation and vehicle exhaust in a closed garage.

Common signs: drowsiness, lethargy, weakness, incoordination, coma, difficulty breathing.

Carbon Monoxide detectors can be purchased.

[MrsGrace]

Carbon Monoxide detectors can be purchased.

Everyone should have these. Not just dog owners. It kind of sounded as if carbon monoxide was ONLY an issue for dogs when it's not. Public Service Announcement, it's bad for people too!!!

Hey... on that vein and in the spirit of your post MR, had to make people aware of this as well!!! We need to be aware of the danger DHMO is not just to humans but animals as well.

DHMO (Dihydrogen Monoxide Research Division - dihydrogen monoxide info)

Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO) is a colorless and odorless chemical compound, also referred to by some as Dihydrogen Oxide, Hydrogen Hydroxide, Hydronium Hydroxide, or simply Hydric acid. Its basis is the highly reactive hydroxyl radical, a species shown to mutate DNA, denature proteins, disrupt cell membranes, and chemically alter critical neurotransmitters. The atomic components of DHMO are found in a number of caustic, explosive and poisonous compounds such as Sulfuric Acid, Nitroglycerine and Ethyl Alcohol.

And this stuff is in everything!!

From the FAQ's:
Why haven't I heard about Dihydrogen Monoxide before?
Good question. Historically, the dangers of DHMO, for the most part, have been considered minor and manageable. While the more significant dangers of Dihydrogen Monoxide are currently addressed by a number of agencies including FDA, FEMA and CDC, public awareness of the real and daily dangers of Dihydrogen Monoxide is lower than some think it should be.

Each year, Dihydrogen Monoxide is a known causative component in many thousands of deaths and is a major contributor to millions upon millions of dollars in damage to property and the environment. Some of the known perils of Dihydrogen Monoxide are:


* Death due to accidental inhalation of DHMO, even in small quantities.
* Prolonged exposure to solid DHMO causes severe tissue damage.
* Excessive ingestion produces a number of unpleasant though not typically life-threatening side-effects.
* DHMO is a major component of acid rain.
* Gaseous DHMO can cause severe burns.
* Contributes to soil erosion.
* Leads to corrosion and oxidation of many metals.
* Contamination of electrical systems often causes short-circuits.
* Exposure decreases effectiveness of automobile brakes.
* Found in biopsies of pre-cancerous tumors and lesions.
* Given to vicious dogs involved in recent deadly attacks.
* Often associated with killer cyclones in the U.S. Midwest and elsewhere, and in hurricanes including deadly storms in Florida, New Orleans and other areas of the southeastern U.S.
* Thermal variations in DHMO are a suspected contributor to the El Nino weather effect.
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Just had to post this heads up! Lets stay safe out there, people! :-P

[Michael Romanos]

We have gas space heaters in our house. Our spa pool is also heated by the gas. The fuel supply comes from natural gas and is piped from the national system. The gas is odourless. We need vents in full working condition otherwise we would be in big trouble.

[MrsGrace]

Originally Posted by Michael Romanos

We have gas space heaters in our house. Our spa pool is also heated by the gas. The fuel supply comes from natural gas and is piped from the national system. The gas is odourless. We need vents in full working condition otherwise we would be in big trouble.

Very true. Good to be vigilant.