Sparklers, firecrackers, smoke bombs, snakes and bottle rockets are easy targets for dogs to ingest during the July 4th holiday. Charlotte Means, DVM, MLIS, Diplomate ABVT and ABT, discusses the risks and treatment of ingested fireworks.
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice, July/August 2016, page 69.
Most patients that have ingested fireworks respond well to symptomatic and supportive care. Recovery usually takes 24 to 72 hours (10-14 days for oral or esophageal burns). Ingestion of fireworks is just one more reason to leave dogs safely confined indoors during celebrations involving fireworks.