‘Tis the season! The holidays often evoke memories of gathered friends and family, seasonal music, festive food, and celebration. While our pets are part of the family and it may be tempting to include them in holiday traditions, there are several risks that are important to be aware of during this season. Elements of holiday…
As the holidays quickly approach, so does the likelihood pets will be exposed to certain toxins. Many of these are plants, particularly poinsettias, holly, mistletoe, and lilies. Here are some quick facts about these plants. Poinsettias (Euphorbia spp): contain chemicals called diterpenoid euphorbol esters and saponin-like detergents. Although considered poisonous, only mild clinical signs occur….
Pet Toxicology Experts Release Top 10 Pet Poisons List for 2023, Announce Toxin Tails Voting According to case data released by Pet Poison Helpline, marijuana is on this year’s Top 10 Pet Poisons list for dogs, while cats don’t seem to be too interested in sampling the jazz cabbage. Chocolate, however, is a toxin that…
It’s important to be informed of the risks associated with rat bait poisoning in pets. Rodents in and around your home can carry diseases and bacteria that pose a risk to us and our four-legged friends, and to address that, rat poison is often used as an effective way to control rodent populations. Rat bait…
Hydrogen peroxide is well-known for its versatile uses, from disinfecting the kitchen to cleaning cuts and scrapes on humans. It has become a household staple as it can be used for many reasons around your home. As a pet owner, one’s primary concern is always the safety and well-being of one’s dog. Consequently, it is…
