Did you know that Macadamia Nuts are toxic to dogs? Be careful with cookies and other products containing those nuts.

http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/macadamia-nuts/

Most of the mushrooms in the Twin Cities area are not poisonous, but be sure you check before letting your dog eat them. There is a great resource through Pet Poison Helpline to help you identify the type of plant (or mushroom).

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2012/07/26/golden-retriever-puppy-nearly-dies-after-eating-mushrooms-from-backyard/

http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/2012/04/new-iphone-application-and-mobile-enabled-website/

Blue-green algae alert: Be careful with your dogs when swimming or cooling down.

Minnesota’s extended stretch of hot weather has prompted a warning about toxic blue-green algae.

The algae gathers on the surface of the water and is known to kill dogs if they drink enough of it. It can also cause rashes and respiratory problems for people. Be aware of the potential for trouble, and make sure […]

Summer toxins in your yard!

“Many of the calls that we receive at Pet Poison Helpline this time of year involve pet ingestions of yard and garden products that may have harmful chemicals or ingredients,” said Ahna Brutlag, DVM, MS, assistant director at Pet Poison Helpline. “Additional yard-related emergencies involve pets that have dug into and ingested the contents of […]

Blue-Green Algae – a summertime swimming danger to dogs. If your dog likes jumping in lakes – be sure that you know when you should definitely NOT let them swim.

This week’s record high temperatures are causing toxic blue-green algae blooms in many lakes, streams and ponds.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says people should be on the lookout for water that looks like pea soup, or that contains green, blue, white, red or brown scum.

The DNR is advising people to stay out […]

Happy 4th of July!

Just a reminder, fireworks + pets = bad news! Ingestion can result in toxicity concerns; being frightened by noises can cause pets to run away and become lost. Keep your pets indoors and safe . . . and have a Happy 4th of July!

Lilies are TOXIC to cats!

Welcome to the blog of Eva Mozey Etoll, DVM

This blog is dedicated to providing you with the most current pet product recalls and warnings about pet food, pet treats, veterinary medications, and other health-related news. There have been some pet food scares in the news lately. It seems like a new brand name shows up on the list all the time. I’ll be […]

URGENT RECALL: All sterile human and veterinary prescriptions compounded and distributed by Franck’s Pharmacy from November 21, 2011 to May 21, 2012.

http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm305509.htm?source=govdelivery

Tide Pod’s look like candy – children are eating them and getting sick. I’m sure that pet’s might try to eat them too. Put them out of reach of both children and pets.

 

http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2012/05/laundry-detergent-pods-poisoning-children/