Tagged With Poison Control

Border Collie sitting and looking at a bottle of eucalyptus oil on a high shelf in a cozy living room

Can Dogs Have Eucalyptus Oil? A Look at the Dangers

1 March 2024

Eucalyptus oil poisoning in dogs, signs, what to expect at the vet, and how to safely use essential oils around your pets.

Curious brown dog sitting by a plate of chorizo in a kitchen, sniffing it cautiously

Can Dogs Eat Chorizo? Understanding the Risks to Canine Health

1 March 2024

Hazards of giving your dog chorizo consist of weight gain, pancreatitis, heart problems, and salt toxicity as a result of the high fat, salt, and harmful components.

Worried Beagle turning away from lit incense sticks in a well-lit room, highlighting potential risks

Can Dogs Be Around Incense? What the Research Says

29 February 2024

Potential dangers of incense to dogs, such as breathing problems and poisoning, along with some other options that are safe to use around your furry friend.

Owner keeping a bowl of guacamole away from an eager Samoyed sitting at a dining table

Can Dogs Eat Guacamole? What You Need to Know About Avocado and Other Toxic Ingredients

28 February 2024

Dangers of guacamole to dogs, such as the toxic components in avocados, onions, garlic, and healthier treats to feed your dog.

Brown rat turning away from a bowl of peppermint leaves in an indoor setting

What Smells Repel Rats? The Most Effective Rat Repellent Scents

28 February 2024

Key scents that repel rats, such as peppermint and the smell of predators, and precautions to take when using scent-based rat repellents.

Shih Tzu eyeing a bowl of Brazil nuts on a coffee table in a warm, inviting living room

Can Dogs Eat Brazil Nuts? Understanding the Risks

28 February 2024

The potential health hazards of Brazil nuts to dogs, such as their fat and selenium levels, and other treats to consider.

Curious Schnauzer eyeing a plate of BBQ ribs on an outdoor picnic table, illustrating pet safety with human foods

Can Dogs Eat BBQ Sauce? Uncovering the Risks for Canine Health

28 February 2024

Hazards of BBQ sauce for dogs, such as toxic components like onion, garlic, and xylitol, and better alternatives for dog-safe snacks.

German Shepherd with tongue out, licking a couch in a sunlit cozy living room

Why Does My Dog Lick the Couch? Uncovering the Canine Behavior

28 February 2024

Reasons why your dog may be licking the couch: boredom, anxiety, taste, medical problems, environmental factors, and the interplay between diet and scent.

Worried Border Collie keeping a safe distance from a blurred skunk in a backyard

Can Skunk Spray Kill a Dog? Unveiling the Risks and Protections

28 February 2024

Hazards of skunk spray for dogs, such as chemical burns, anemia, and behavioral issues, along with ways to prevent and treat these issues.

Playful Beagle sniffing a red rose with a caution sign about pet safety in a garden

Are Roses Toxic to Dogs? Understanding Pet Safety Around Garden Plants

28 February 2024

Toxicity of roses for dogs, potential thorn injuries, chemical hazards from pesticides, and how to make a dog-friendly garden.

Anxious Alaskan Malamute sitting away from a bowl of acai berries, displaying a cautious expression

Can Dogs Eat Acai? Exploring the Dangers of This Superfood for Dogs

27 February 2024

The risks of acai to dogs, such as signs of theobromine poisoning, and a chart of other toxic foods to dogs.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel looking curiously at a blurred pack of red Hot Cheetos on a table

Can Dogs Eat Hot Cheetos? Understanding the Risks of Spicy Snacks for Pets

27 February 2024

Potential health hazards for dogs that consume Hot Cheetos, such as gastrointestinal upset, onion and garlic poisoning, and dietary issues.