Hum Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 If you've been looking for one more reason to stop smoking, you may have found it. Your instructor is correct: Secondhand smoke puts both people and pets at risk. Health authorities believe secondhand smoke kills thousands of nonsmokers every year, and though the number of pets affected isn't clear, the risk is. * In cats, exposure to cigarette smoke produces higher than normal rates of mouth cancer and lymphoma. * In dogs, being around secondhand smoke increases the odds of nasal cancer. * In birds, lung cancer shows up more frequently with exposure to smoking in the home. A study by the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University looked at the link between secondhand smoke and cancer in cats and found not only a strong link, but an even higher risk for pets exposed for five years or longer. For dogs, a study by the College of Veterinary Medicine at Colorado State University noted the higher risk of nasal tumors in dogs with longer muzzles and of lung cancer in dogs with shorter muzzles. The carcinogens were stopped in the noses of some dogs but went through to the lungs in others. Not a good situation in either case. more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phouchg Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Captain Obvious strikes again. I always have an urge to punch heads of all smokers in public so far down their throats they'd have to remove their pants next time they want to read. Unfortunately, my physique doesn't permit that sort of behavior. Rippleman, francescob, trag3dy and 3 others 6 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hum Posted April 21, 2013 Author Share Posted April 21, 2013 ^ Looks like your cat is a smoker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Original Poster Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 If you've been looking for one more reason to stop smoking, you may have found it. Your instructor is correct: Secondhand smoke puts both people and pets at risk. Health authorities believe secondhand smoke kills thousands of nonsmokers every year, and though the number of pets affected isn't clear, the risk is. * In cats, exposure to cigarette smoke produces higher than normal rates of mouth cancer and lymphoma. * In dogs, being around secondhand smoke increases the odds of nasal cancer. * In birds, lung cancer shows up more frequently with exposure to smoking in the home. A study by the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University looked at the link between secondhand smoke and cancer in cats and found not only a strong link, but an even higher risk for pets exposed for five years or longer. For dogs, a study by the College of Veterinary Medicine at Colorado State University noted the higher risk of nasal tumors in dogs with longer muzzles and of lung cancer in dogs with shorter muzzles. The carcinogens were stopped in the noses of some dogs but went through to the lungs in others. Not a good situation in either case. more any one else want to say... duh? matt4444 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrossCheck Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 like P.E.T.A doesn't need any more ammo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compl3x Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 I think any creature that depends on aerobic respiration probably suffers ill health effects from second-hand smoke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hum Posted April 21, 2013 Author Share Posted April 21, 2013 A lot of smokers don't stop to think about what they are doing to their pets -- so this needs pointed out. Eric and matt4444 2 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake89 Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Captain Obvious strikes again. I always have an urge to punch heads of all smokers in public so far down their throats they'd have to remove their pants next time they want to read. Unfortunately, my physique doesn't permit that sort of behavior. If that's the case. Then i want everyone to stop driving cars because they give off alot more killer gases then cigs. Which kills 1000's of people each year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Veteran Posted April 21, 2013 Veteran Share Posted April 21, 2013 A lot of smokers don't stop to think about what they are doing to their pets -- so this needs pointed out. I did. Unfortunately I still smoke but I will not subject my pets to it. It all goes outside whether it's raining or 20 degrees out. Hum and Nick H. 2 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt4444 Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 If that's the case. Then i want everyone to stop driving cars because they give off alot more killer gases then cigs. Which kills 1000's of people each year. Proof? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webeagle12 Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 ... francescob 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Growled Member Posted April 22, 2013 Member Share Posted April 22, 2013 Smoking should be totally banned. It's not only killing smokers but those people and pets around them. To do that is just wrong. Hum 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buttus Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 i know that's true, a guy i work with smoked for years, and finally gave it up completely. after he did, his jack russell got sick, all kinds of weird symptoms. the vet said it was nicotine withdrawel, just like a person gets! luckily, the dog recovered like he did, and they're both smoke free for a few years now Hum 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phouchg Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 If that's the case. Then i want everyone to stop driving cars because they give off alot more killer gases then cigs. Which kills 1000's of people each year. Cars are useful. Smoking is not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatingFatMan Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 I swear, sometimes scientists just like wasting piles of cash just so they can state the bleedin' obvious... Nashy 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torolol Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 Captain Obvious strikes again. I always have an urge to punch heads of all smokers in public so far down their throats they'd have to remove their pants next time they want to read. Unfortunately, my physique doesn't permit that sort of behavior. Arm yourself with a Hand Fan, and don't be shy or hesitates to use it whenever there some smokers' smokes are flying at your direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nashy Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 So before this, someone actually believed that something that kills humans, maybe ok for other living creatures? Idiots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hum Posted April 22, 2013 Author Share Posted April 22, 2013 I did. Unfortunately I still smoke but I will not subject my pets to it. It all goes outside whether it's raining or 20 degrees out. You are mighty cool. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compl3x Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Smoking should be totally banned. It's not only killing smokers but those people and pets around them. To do that is just wrong. High fat/sugar/salt foods should be banned. It's not only killing people, but it is putting strain on the healthcare system by tying up medical staff with lifestyle diseases and it is costing the taxpayer millions. Alcohol should be totally banned. not only is it killing the drinker, but alcohol leads to accidents and anti-social behaviour which put strain on our emergency services and police forces. This is a waste of taxpayer money. Just sayin'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyLarry Veteran Posted April 23, 2013 Veteran Share Posted April 23, 2013 I did. Unfortunately I still smoke but I will not subject my pets to it. It all goes outside whether it's raining or 20 degrees out. Same here. I have not smoked AT ALL in my home since I moved in over 6 years ago now. It actually grosses me out when I go to someones home who does smoke inside it, and as stated, I am a smoker. I know it is the dumbest thing I do. I know I need to quit. And I absolutely know to never smoke around pets. That is just common sense, smoker or not. I actually do not even let my dog come up and kiss me if I have been outside smoking, and make sure to go wash my hands and face until he does, I am that conscience of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Growled Member Posted April 23, 2013 Member Share Posted April 23, 2013 I swear, sometimes scientists just like wasting piles of cash just so they can state the bleedin' obvious... They have to get paid for something so it might as well be something obvious and doesn't take too much work for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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