Alcohol is a very common household substance, thankfully our pets tend to avoid drinking it as they find the smell and taste unappealing. However, that is not always the case. Ethanol is what makes alcoholic drinks dangerous to our pets and it can be masked by other enticing ingredients. Our pets can also get Ethanol…
With people spending more time at home due to COVID, Pet Poison Helpline® has seen large increases in calls relating to several household pet hazards. As baking became a popular hobby, calls regarding bread dough and yeast increased by 250%. With pet owners enjoying their morning cup of coffee at home rather than at the…
Lisa Martin, DVM Associate Veterinarian Pet Poison Helpline® With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading quickly around the globe, everyone is doing their part to keep their homes and workplaces as clean as possible. As a result, pets may be unintentionally exposed to household cleaning products. While many of these products are benign, there are some that…
Ariana Schwab, CVT Senior Veterinary Industry Representative Pet Poison Helpline® Alcohol can cause dangerous health problems to our pets. Luckily, many pets find the taste unpleasant and leave it alone. However, we are not always that lucky and due to different scents and scenarios, alcohol toxicity does occur. Our furry friends can be exposed to…
Halloween is upon us! As October 31 approaches, beware of the scariest Halloween hazards that we see every year. These include chocolate, raisins, xylitol, costumes, batteries and alcohol. Save and share this helpful infographic to spread the word to all your pet-loving friends! (Click to expand.)
