WARNING: Graphic Videos and Pictures of Dog's Tongue Caught In Paper Shredder
I've written about this before...
Recently, I heard of another case of a dog getting its tongue caught in a paper shredder.
So now seems like as good a time as any to remind everyone of the truly horrific consequences that could result if your dog is allowed anywhere near your paper shredder.
See more photos and videos below...
If your paper shredder is anywhere within your dog's reach, then not only could you be putting your dog in harm's way, but you're increasing the odds that your dog will accidentally get its tail (or its tongue!) caught inside the grinders.
This could cause serious permanent damage to your dog's tongue or tail.
With some dogs, the damage has been so great they had to be euthanized.
Even dogs that are lucky enough to survive lead compromised lives . . . They have to be on soft diets, and they have to learn how to swallow again.
Sun-Sentinel
Don't let this happen to your dog...
Video of a dog's tongue after getting stuck in a paper shredder and having surgery to repair the tongue.
Photos of a dog's tongue taken in the animal ER, along with a tragic story shared by a veterinarian.
Video of a dog's tongue & a child's fingers caught in paper shredder.
ABC News
Tips To Prevent This From Happening To Your Dog:
- Unplug shredders when not in use.
- Store shredders out of reach of animals (and, of course, children, especially those under 5, who can also be victims of shredder accidents). Make sure that the shredder is located in a place that is "pounce proof": Acrobatic kitties that jump atop shredders can also do terrible damage to themselves.
- To avoid attracting animals, never put food wrappers through shredders.
- Do not leave shredders on the "automatic" setting.
- When buying a shredder, look for one with a protective bar over the opening.
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