Inducing vomiting in pets may be necessary to remove a hazardous substance from their system, but it should only be done by trained medical professionals. You can do more harm than good if you attempt to induce vomiting yourself. Vomiting is a traumatic event for your cat and can lead to damaging the lining of…
It is difficult to constantly keep an eye on where your dog puts their mouth and paws. Dogs are naturally curious animals and explore the world through their mouths. What can happen if they get into something they’re not supposed to get into? There are a variety of common household items that can be harmful…
Grapes are a popular snack among humans, but are they safe for our canine companions? While some animals can safely enjoy eating grapes, dogs should stay away from them. Grapes can cause severe reactions in dogs. If you’re a dog owner, it’s important to know the facts about dogs and grapes. To learn more about…
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol with many uses. It can be used to help prevent cavities, sweeten foods and candies, retain moisture, and prevent fermentation and molding. Because of its versatility, xylitol is being found in a wide range of household products. Xylitol can be found in gum, candy, drinks, baked goods, toothpastes, lotions, deodorants,…
Unfortunately, corrosive injuries in animals are relatively common and can be caused by a number of household items. Sources of these injuries can be acids, bases, phenols, aldehydes, alcohols, petroleum distillates, some salts of heavy metals, and cationic detergents such as dryer sheets. Acids (corrosives) with a pH < 2 are commonly associated with corrosive…
