Pet Poison Prevention

Written By All Saints Animal Hospital

There are a multitude of everyday items/foods that can be dangerous for your pet. We try our best to keep them safe, but accidents can happen.

If there is ever any question about if your pet has ingested something toxic, there is a pet poison hotline you can call through the ASPCA. The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435. ****A consultation fee may apply.

Click here for Tips on Poison Control for your home

Click here for a list of toxic/non-toxic plants.

Click here for a list of human food to avoid.

Click here for a list of toxic household products and human medications

Per the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, some common signs of poisoning include:

  • Vomiting

  • Diarrhea

  • Excessive drooling

  • Lack of coordination

  • Weakness/lethargy

  • Collapse

  • Excessive thirst/urination

  • Unusual behavior

    If you believe your pet has ingested something toxic, please keep track of the signs they are exhibiting to better help your veterinarian. Some poisons act very quickly so the sooner you can contact your vet or the ASPCA hotline, the better.

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