A Labrador mix in Plymouth, western England, has had to be treated for alcoholism after he was taken into a rescue shelter following the death of his owner.
The male canine, identified as Coco, was brought into Woodside Animal Rescue Trust, together with another dog, following the death of their owner.
Taking to Facebook, the rescue shelter said the animals required emergency care soon after their arrival as they were convulsing.
The centre's staff said the dogs became dependent on alcohol when
their owner left out drinks before he went to sleep.
Coco recovers one dog later died, but Coco managed to make a recovery after he was treated for alcohol withdrawal.
“After arriving with his canine pal following the death of his owner, he and his companion became quickly unwell. Coco’s friend was repeatedly fitting and soon after Coco also started to fit. Thankfully, a vet was on site at the time and was able to administer emergency care, but sadly Coco’s friend passed away despite our best efforts," wrote Woodside Animal Welfare Trust.
He remained under sedation for four weeks to avoid suffering convulsions again.
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