Even though it is uncommon for cats to be poisoned, it may happen. To keep your cat safe and healthy, it pays to be prepared. Knowing which substances are poisonous to cats, as well as the clinical signs of poisoning, can help you make your home a safer place for your feline. Due to their…
If your cat licked roach poison, you might not know what to do. Cats are curious animals and can consume roach poison or roach traps. Supervise your cats when laying out roach traps or keep your cats away from those areas. There are four varieties of cockroaches: German Cockroach, American Cockroach, Oriental Cockroach, and Brown…
Grow your knowledge and learn about the dangers of plants that could be in and around your home! Below is the top 11 poisonous plants Pet Poison Helpline® receives calls on. Keep in mind that eating anything outside of the regular diet can cause stomach upset and diarrhea – this includes any plant. Lilium species…
Methanol poisoning is most commonly seen in pets due to ingestion of windshield washer fluid, however methanol can also be found in cleaning products, varnish, solvents, gasoline and model airplane fuel. Methanol is a colorless alcohol that has a slightly sweet odor. It is also referred to as “wood alcohol.” Clinical signs of methanol poisoning…
Pet Toxicology Experts Offer Educational Resources for Cat Lovers Mother’s Day is one of the busiest floral holidays of the year. Nestled inside many of those beautiful bouquets for mom, however, may be a hidden danger to your feline family members. “The spring season is filled with flowers, both inside and outside your home,” said…
