Tag: cats

Inducing vomiting in pets may be necessary to remove a hazardous substance from their system, but it should only be done by trained medical professionals. You can do more harm than good if you attempt to induce vomiting yourself. Vomiting is a traumatic event for your cat and can lead to damaging the lining of…

Marijuana legislation is becoming more prevalent in the United States. This can increase the chances of your cat encountering both recreational and medicinal marijuana. However, many pet owners are unaware of the potential side effects of marijuana on cats. As a cat owner, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of…

The ingestion of marijuana by cats can have serious consequences, and as such it is important for pet owners to be aware of the potential dangers. Cats are particularly vulnerable to the psychoactive compounds in marijuana due to their smaller size and unique metabolism, meaning that even a small amount of weed can have a…

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, aspirin, or naproxen are used daily by millions to reduce inflammation, fever, or pain. Many can be bought over the counter in the form of a tablet, capsule, or liquid, but others may require a prescription. Although it may seem like second nature for us to take these…

Inducing vomiting in pets when hazardous substance is ingested can be a necessary way to extract the substance from your pet’s system. Only trained medical professionals should induce vomiting in your pet. Many people are familiar with this practice, but it is important to know the potential risks before attempting to induce vomiting in any…