Samatha O’Boyle, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist Pet Poison Helpline® Puppies, kittens, ferrets…..oh my! What do these snuggly critters have in common? They can be mischievous and can get into unexpected amounts of trouble. You may have previously thought your home to be safe, but your new furry friend has turned your home upside down. Toxins…
Susan Shaw, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist Pet Poison Helpline® Cats. Online, in real life, and on social media, there is certainly no shortage of them. They’re known far and wide for their odd behaviors, fear of cucumbers, adorable toe beans, and insatiable curiosity (and appetite). Sometimes, however, that curiosity can get our feline friends into…
Kia Benson, DVM Associate Veterinarian, Clinical Toxicology Pet Poison Helpline® Many flowering plants found in bouquets or grown as beautiful ornamentals may contain the word “Lily” in their name. You may even have heard that “Lilies” are toxic. When you consider all the shapes and sizes that “Lilies” come in, plus regional variations of names,…
Dr. Jaime Shriver, DVM, DABT Associate Veterinarian, Clinical Toxicology I stood in the exam room with one hand on either side of Winifred’s portly chest and stated “Winnie is generally very healthy, but she is a little bit chubby.” Ms. Winnie’s Mom replied, “Yeah, I know, but I can’t get her to lose weight! All…
Samantha O’Boyle, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist Previously I went over kitten care from birth to 5 weeks of age. I will now focus on 5-6 weeks of age to 8 weeks of age and older. Needed materials: Blankets Litter box (litter non-clumping due to potential for ingestion) Towels/blankets Kitten toys Small scale/bowl for top of…
