Pets can encounter a multitude of potential toxins every day, but the toxicology experts at Pet Poison Helpline have released their annual list of the Top 10 Pet Poisons of 2024 based on actual caller data. “Although there are thousands of potential toxins, some items rise to the top of the list every year,” said…
When it comes to baking, many people think chocolate, raisins or macadamia nuts are the only dangers to our furry friends. What you may not realize, is that raw bread dough also presents a great risk if our pets ingest it. If you too were picking up new hobbies during the pandemic, you may have…
In honor of Pet Poison Helpline turning 20 years old, here are a few reminders on how to keep your furry family members safe during birthday festivities! Food is always at the center of birthday parties. Keep in mind, pets can’t enjoy all the tasty treats that people can. While grapes are refreshing in the…
Most households utilize various cleaning products that pose a hazardous risk to our furry friends. Many of these products are classified as corrosive, which can result in a harmful chemical reaction with living tissue. Corrosives include acids, bases, phenols, quaternary ammonium chlorides, aldehydes, alcohols, petroleum distillates, and some salts of heavy metals. Common Household Corrosives:…
You may wonder what the benefits are to calling a veterinary toxicology service if your pet gets into something that they shouldn’t. Is it worth the money? Can a human medication really affect my pet differently than it would affect me? Shouldn’t your vet know how to treat everything? These are all common thoughts, but…
