Lead Paint
Okay, this may be weird, but I thought I'd ask.
As some of you may or may not have issues with, Winston eats pretty much anything. Whether it is actually an edible object or not - such as sticks and snails in the backyard...
When we moved into this new apartment (which is a really old apartment in the historic district) we had to sign a waiver of understanding about the lead paint which is under quite a few layers of non-leaded paint. I didn't really think much of it since I knew I wasn't going to be licking the walls or chewing on paint chips.
To be honest, the walls are repainted a nice green color and figured the lead paint is down under a few layers and wasn't really a threat to my safety. Only, recently, my SO and I noticed that the ceiling in a few places is coming apart...? Like a layer of paint is separating from the actual ceiling... It's hard to describe and I'm sure that didn't make much sense.
My question is... if these little chips of paint (by little I mean roughly 1-2 inches by 1-2 inches or so) are being eaten by Winston on occasion... I take it this is dangerous, right? Now I'm really worried and not sure what I can do to protect Winston from the paint chips.
Any suggestions would be great. I doubt I can call the landlord to fix this - I'm not even sure what I would say to him. Thanks in advance.
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Permalink Reply by Beth on
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Someone we know just had her dog treated for lead poisoning from eating paint chips during a remodel. Yes, it's a concern. I'm not sure what the treatment entailed, but I know she was quite worried. I would talk to the vet about testing for high lead levels.
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Permalink Reply by Tori on
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How much is enough to be concerned? I mean, I think it's only recently fallen a few little pieces.... But I realize he is a puppy and still small in weight so it might not really take more than a few small bites... Oh dear. D:
He seems healthy and I did start crating him when I'm gone. I'll have to ask the vet when I take him to get his boosters.
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Kids get lead poisoning from eating paint chips. How much paint could a child eat? In other words, I don't think much is needed.
If it were me, I'd get him tested.
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Yeah that's true. I wonder how much it would cost to test that... I'll check it out with the vet and if it's super expensive see if they will let me make payments. I don't want him to be sick.
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Thanks for this. It's pretty scary - I would definitely take Winston to the vet if he had any of those symptoms!
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Permalink Reply by Jennifer Markley on
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It is definitely a concern. I would think the landlord is under some law to be obligated to fix that in order to make it safe for you. You can inhale the lead dust also...
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Permalink Reply by Karen Dadisman on
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I would also think he'd have to fix it as it is a hazard to you and your SO. Granted, you probably won't eat the chips but the dust could certainly be a hazard as well as a hazard to any child who might visit you. Call the landlord and tell him you want it fixed for your safety.
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Permalink Reply by Rachael & Waffle on
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You have a right to live in a place that isn't deteriorating. You can do it. The agreement is only to protect against being sued for the consumption of lead paint.
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Does that apply to furbabies? Just curious. I suppose I should check the paperwork some time this week.
But yeah, I think I'll call the landlord and tell him he needs to fix it so chunks of paint aren't falling onto the floor.
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Yes, it applies to dogs too. Accidental consumption by any species is usually covered under those types of waivers. I'm sure the landlord doesn't want you to be living in these condition either, considering how dangerous they are. If he's a good landlord, he'll get it fixed ASAP. :3
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