It would appear that the puppies (16 weeks) have "helped themselves" to a packet of cigarettes that Al left in the utility room when he put some washing in the machine. I've tried doing a search for nicotine poisoning but can't find anything. The two of them appear absolutely okay - have eaten breakfast this morning as usual - rushed out into the garden - pooped as usual - are now having half an hour in the puppy run and are playing around like made but should I be concerned?? Should I stay home in case I have to whip them into the vets? If anyone is on the board at this time & can revert, I'll be grateful.

Otherwise, I'm ringing "Uncle Vet" when I get to London & Al will come home & take them in to him. Isn't it always the way - the one day that they are left for 4 hours is the day that you feel you need to keep an eye on them!

Bl***y dogs, bl***dy men - after all, why MUST he smoke???

Margot

I doubt if they will suffer too many ill effects ..as with most things , they probably would need to eat loads and loads before suffering poisoning. When my oldest daughter was a baby (1975) she would be sitting in the pram and I had my ciggies tucked at the end ..she did , to my shame , get my ciggies on one or two occasions and eat a few . She is now a healthy 28 year old (non smoker) and a mother to Ben ;) :)

Melody :D

Thanks Melody!

I think as long as they didn't inhale..........:D

.....no, thy didn't inhale - they couldnt find a light boy :-) :-)

Margot

PS - they are both fine - apart from the fact that they jumped up at Al & tried to nuzzle into his pocket this evening - looking for another packet of fags???? At their age???? They'll stunt their growth!!!