Spring is coming and with it the joys of nature! This is the perfect time of year for sharpening your gardening skills, getting rid of pests and participating in Easter activities, all while keeping your pets safe! Not everyone has a green thumb, but gardening can be a relaxing hobby to pursue. It’s always important…
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…
Tabatha Regehr, DVM Associate Veterinarian, Clinical Toxicology Pet Poison Helpline® At Pet Poison Helpline® we commonly receive calls from concerned pet owners after their pet has chewed on or eaten a plant from a floral arrangement or home yard. The summer brings beautiful blooms to our yards, but some plants are safer than others. Lilies,…
Tonya Tenters, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist Pet Poison Helpline® Warmer weather has finally arrived. We are all starting to get that spring fever to get outside. This may mean hiking, playing at the local park, or even just working in your own yard. It also means that our pets are getting outside more too. Winter…
Tonya Tenters, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist It may only be mid- January, but a lot of people start to plan their spring planting now. What is easy to forget is that we may have pets that either have access to the supplies or the planted area. It is important to understand what some of the…
