Ingestion: Swallowing even a small amount of sulfuric acid can cause severe burns to the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. This can lead to excruciating pain, difficulty breathing, dehydration, internal bleeding, and shock. Immediate veterinary attention is crucial.
Inhalation: If pets inhale sulfuric acid fumes, it can cause respiratory irritation, inflammation, and swelling of the airways. This can lead to coughing, wheezing, difficulty breathing, and potentially life-threatening respiratory distress.
Skin Contact: Sulfuric acid can cause severe chemical burns when it comes into contact with the skin. These burns can be deep and extremely painful, leading to redness, swelling, blistering, and tissue damage.
Eye Contact: Contact with sulfuric acid in the eyes can result in significant eye damage, including severe burns to the cornea (the clear outer layer of the eye). This can cause immediate intense pain, inflammation, scarring, and potentially vision loss or blindness.
Due to the corrosive nature of sulfuric acid, any exposure to pets, be it ingestion, inhalation, or contact with the skin or eyes, requires urgent veterinary treatment and intervention. If you suspect or witness your pet coming into contact with sulfuric acid, seek immediate professional help from a veterinarian who can provide appropriate medical care and prevent life-threatening complications.