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Tea tree oil is often found in varying concentrations and should never be used on pets. As little as 7 drops of 100% oil has resulted in severe poisoning, and applications of 10-20 mls of 100% oil have resulted in poisoning and death in both dogs and cats. Clinical signs include a low body temperature, […] http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/lilies/ Aloe vera, which is from the Aloaceae family, is a common houseplant. Aloes contain anthraquinone glycosides which are purgatives (medications that encourage bowel movements). When ingested, these glycosides are metabolized by intestinal bacteria forming compounds that increase mucus production and water in the colon. This can result in vomiting and diarrhea. Other clinical signs seen […] Rats and mice and gophers, oh my! Due to recent EPA changes, antigcoagulant rodenticides (bait) are no longer available for OTC/consumer purchase (although still they are still out there). We are and will be seeing more and more Bromethalin ingestions and Bromethalin causes cerebral edema NOT internal bleeding. http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/bromethalin/ Photo by Neza S.G. (The Rock and Roll Gardener) of The Como Park Conservatory’s Poinsettia show. Poinsettia’s are not as toxic as you might think. They usually cause mild, self-limiting GI signs (upset stomach). Here is a great article from Pet Poison Helpline. http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/poinsettia/ […] Grass saving chewable medications (that are supposed to prevent your dog’s urine from turning grass brown) are poisonous when ingested in huge amounts? (e.g., your dog eats the whole bag)? It contains methionine, which can cause severe neurologic signs! While a few a day aren’t a problem, please keep these out of reach of your […] Please note: Some dogs will also become aggressive on valium and not sedated. Please use this with caution and under Veterinarian supervision. While oral valium may help you and your dog, it is VERY dangerous when given to cats… especially chronically. Some vets may use this for behavioral problems, sedation, or aggression in cats, but […] http://youtu.be/ifvsyIM5NnE – thanks Pet Poison Helpline! http://www.postbulletin.com/news/stories/display.php?id=1514520 |
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