Tagged With Poison Control

Persian cat curled up on a soft, plush cat bed, looking alert for signs of fleas

Do Indoor Cats Get Fleas? How to Prevent Fleas in Your Home

17 May 2024

How house cats can catch fleas, typical symptoms, and ways to avoid and get rid of flea problems.

Cautious Poodle owner using a gardening tool to move a container of weed and feed away from their playful, standard Poodle in a blurred outdoor garden setting

Is Weed and Feed Safe for Dogs? What Pet Owners Need to Know

17 May 2024

Weed and feed products can be dangerous for dogs because of the toxic chemicals they contain. Safer options and safety measures are suggested.

Distressed Beagle puppy lying on the floor surrounded by spilled medications and supplements

Common Household Toxins That Can Cause Dog Seizures: Household Hazards

17 May 2024

Household poisons that are toxic to dogs and can cause seizures, such as drugs, plants, certain foods, and pesticides.

Spotted Dalmatian sitting next to an overturned bag of pistachios, with a guilty look on its face

Can Dogs Eat Pistachios? Exploring the Benefits and Risks

16 May 2024

The dangers of dogs consuming pistachios, such as obesity, choking, and toxicity, are not worth any potential rewards of this fatty, salty treat.

Close-up of a Kunekune pig with a thick, curly brown coat cautiously nibbling on a slice of onion

Can Pigs Eat Onions? The Risks and Benefits Explained

16 May 2024

Onions are poisonous to pigs and can cause oxidative stress and anemia. It is important to make sure that onions are fed to pigs in moderation and safely.

Close-up of a tabby cat sniffing at the leaves of a green peace lily plant

Do Peace Lilies Hurt Cats? Everything You Need to Know

16 May 2024

Peace lilies are toxic to cats because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which can lead to irritation and respiratory issues when consumed.

Labrador Retriever with a worried expression, its chest and abdomen X-rayed to show the outline of heartworms

How to Tell If Your Dog Has Heartworms: What to Look For

16 May 2024

Typical signs of heartworm disease in dogs are a persistent cough, lethargy, loss of appetite, and difficulty breathing, which occurs as the worms disrupt the function of the heart and lungs.

A sleek, silvery-grey cat with bright green eyes staring intently at a plate of freshly shucked oysters on a wooden table

Can Cats Have Oysters? A Vet-Approved Answer

14 May 2024

Dangers and advantages of giving your cat oysters, such as the risk of foodborne illness, choking, and nutritional issues.

Pug dog coughing and spluttering after drinking from a water bowl, with concerned owners in the background

Why Does My Dog Cough After Drinking Water? Causes, Concerns, and Solutions

13 May 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatments of dogs coughing after they drink water, such as tracheal collapse, laryngeal paralysis, and aspiration.

Fluffy Pomeranian dog sniffing a bowl of bright green matcha powder on a kitchen counter

Is Matcha Safe for Dogs? What the Science Says

13 May 2024

Matcha green tea is high in antioxidants, however, the caffeine content is dangerous for dogs, so it is not recommended by vets.

Labrador Retriever puppy being led away from a fallen lilac branch on the ground

Can Dogs Eat Lilacs? Potential Dangers

13 May 2024

Lilacs are poisonous to dogs if ingested and can lead to vomiting and changes in heart rate.

Orange tabby cat sniffing at a sprig of fresh rosemary

Is Rosemary Toxic to Cats? Science-Based Answers

11 May 2024

The impact of rosemary on cats, such as toxicity symptoms, safety tips, and how to use it to repel fleas.