Fertilizer and your pet from Pet Poison Helpline

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Poisonous to: Cats, Dogs

Level of toxicity: Generally mild to moderate, depending on the amount ingested and concentration of the product

Common signs to watch for:

Drooling Nausea Vomiting (acute or delayed onset) Diarrhea Abnormal posture due to abdominal pain Difficulty breathing “Muddy” colored gums

 

Most fertilizers […]

Halloween candy toxicity for your pet from Pet Poison Helpline

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Is chocolate poisonous to dogs?

 

 

While the occasional chocolate chip within one cookie may not be an issue, we worry about certain types of chocolate – the less sweet and the darker the chocolate, the more toxic it is to your pet. Baker’s chocolate and dark chocolate pose the biggest […]

Picnic Foods Poisionous to your Dog from Pet Poison Helpline.

Dogs and picnic dangers

 

By Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT

 

Ah, summer…the start of backyard BBQs and picnics outside. While I want to encourage you to spend more time outside with your pooch and your family, keep in mind that when picnicking, there are several dangerous food items that can pose a […]

Human medications can be toxic to your pet!

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Salt can be toxic to cats and dogs – THANKS to PET POISON HELPLINE FOR INFO

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SALT

Poisonous to: Cats, Dogs, Horses, Cows, Birds

Level of toxicity: Generally moderate to severe, life-threatening

Common signs to watch for:

Vomiting Diarrhea Inappetance Lethargy Walking drunk Abnormal fluid accumulation within the body Excessive thirst or urination […]

Day Lilies are TOXIC to cats!

The day lilies are blooming. They are beautiful and it’s very tempting to cut some flowers and put them in a vase in your house. DO NOT do this if you have cats! They are very toxic and lead to acute kidney failure. All parts of the lily are toxic including the water that you […]

Top 10 Pet Poisons for Dogs & Cats from Pet Poison Helpline

Pet Poison Helpline lists the top 10 dog poisons and top 10 cat poisons. Keep these toxins out of your pet’s reach and pet-proof your home!

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Photos of Poisonous Plants and Flowers for Cats

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Lilies are very toxic to cats!

Lilies are very toxic to cats – even the water that the cut flowers are kept in. They lead to acute kidney failure. If your cat contacts a lily – bring them to the vet right away! It’s best to avoid them if you have cats.

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Spring bulbs (tulips, hyacinths) are toxic to cats and dogs.

As spring approaches, don’t forget about the dangers of spring bulbs to your dog! Both hyacinths and tulips belong to the Liliaceae family, and contain allergenic lactones or similar alkaloids. The toxic principle of these plants is very concentrated in the bulbs (versus the leaf or flower), and when ingested in large amounts, can result […]