Every pet owner knows that something dropped on the floor, or left on a counter, can be fair game for the family pet to eat, but that’s not the only way animals get into a potentially toxic situation. Pets are also accidentally given the wrong medication, or they get into food that is perfectly healthy…
What a year! In our 2024 Report Card, we reflect on 365 days of incredible work to help make the world a safer place for pets. Here are a few highlights from 2023: We heard from pet parents and veterinary clinics all over North America this year – especially in Texas, California, New York and…
Pets can encounter a multitude of potential toxins every day, but the toxicology experts at Pet Poison Helpline have released their annual list of the Top 10 Pet Poisons of 2024 based on actual caller data. “Although there are thousands of potential toxins, some items rise to the top of the list every year,” said…
When it comes to baking, many people think chocolate, raisins or macadamia nuts are the only dangers to our furry friends. What you may not realize, is that raw bread dough also presents a great risk if our pets ingest it. If you too were picking up new hobbies during the pandemic, you may have…
Have you noticed that some of your pet’s medications appear to be the same as human medications, but a few are less expensive? It’s not your imagination, and it may have you asking, “Can I take my pet’s medication?” The price of prescription drugs in the U.S. is significantly higher, sometimes two to four times,…
