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Glow sticks

Also known as: glow bracelet, light stick, festival glow toy

Toxin checkerGlow sticks

How dangerous is it?

DogMild
CatMild

Monitor at home

Watch your pet closely for the next 24 hours. If vomiting, weakness or unusual behaviour appears, call us on +853 6677 6611.

Signs to watch for

  • Dramatic drooling and foaming
  • Head shaking
  • Brief hyperactivity

What to do

Offer a tasty drink or food to clear the bitter taste, wipe glowing liquid off fur in a dark room, and monitor. Call us if vomiting persists.

Macau note

The liquid tastes terrible but is low in toxicity. Cats look dramatic after biting one at festival time; the plastic casing is the bigger swallow risk.

This guide is for general information only and does not replace a veterinary examination. When in doubt, always call the clinic.

Reviewed by the Royal Veterinary Center veterinary team.