Now that summer has drawn to an end, it’s important to remember all those upcoming seasonal toxins that we need to be aware of! With Halloween and Thanksgiving right around the corner, make sure to educate yourself on the pet poisons that are around your house and that we commonly see here at Pet Poison…
Ideas for keeping pets safe from potential dangers Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and with this holiday of love comes gifts, many of which include candies and flowers. The veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline® share some of the most common culprits of pet poisonings related to these well-intentioned gifts. “Unfortunately, some well-intentioned gifts…
The veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline® have perused their records for 2011, and determined the “Top Ten List” of potential poisons in our homes and yards that were the most commonly reported during 2011. “Each year we examine our records to determine what contributed to the most calls from pet owners and veterinarians,” said Justine…
Veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline® Offer Safety Tips this Halloween During the week of Halloween last year, calls to Pet Poison Helpline® concerning dogs that ingested chocolate increased by 209% over a typical week at the animal poison control center. Despite increased awareness over the past few years, chocolate poisoning continues to pose a serious…
If your dog just ate chocolate, act now call Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661. Our Veterinary Toxicology Experts are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assess your dog’s situation and guide you on next steps. It’s one of the most common calls Pet Poison Helpline receives: a pet owner discovers…
