Most households utilize various cleaning products that pose a hazardous risk to our furry friends. Many of these products are classified as corrosive, which can result in a harmful chemical reaction with living tissue. Corrosives include acids, bases, phenols, quaternary ammonium chlorides, aldehydes, alcohols, petroleum distillates, and some salts of heavy metals. Common Household Corrosives:…
The days are getting longer, and the weather is getting warmer. That means that it’s everyone’s favorite season, pool season! Unfortunately, along with the fun comes some serious risks to our pets. Chlorinated pool water and concentrated chlorine tabs contain chemicals similar to household bleach, which can be quite corrosive. Let’s DIVE in! Our pets…
Do you know of the corrosive dangers lurking in your home? Many household items are made with materials that are highly corrosive to people and pets. From cleaning supplies, batteries, dryer sheets, and even shampoos; your pet could be at risk for corrosive injury. Here are a few tips to help keep yourself and your…
Unfortunately, corrosive injuries in animals are relatively common and can be caused by a number of household items. Sources of these injuries can be acids, bases, phenols, aldehydes, alcohols, petroleum distillates, some salts of heavy metals, and cationic detergents such as dryer sheets. Acids (corrosives) with a pH < 2 are commonly associated with corrosive…
Here at Pet Poison Helpline® we have seen more than a 100% increase in calls regarding pets and exposures to household cleaning products. We understand there is a lot of confusion of how to best safeguard yourself and your pets during this uncertain time. We’ve put together this video to help pet owners protect their…
