Tagged With Poison Control

Portrait of a curious tabby cat closely sniffing a bottle of neem oil with neem plant visible beside it

Can You Use Neem Oil on Cats? The Pros and Cons

11 May 2024

Neem oil is safe for use on cats as long as it is diluted correctly, but there are health risks associated with ingesting or using too much neem oil.

Owner gently wiping a tabby cat's bottom with a damp cloth to clean and groom it

Why Does My Cat Smell Like Poop? Causes and Solutions

11 May 2024

Reasons why your cat's poop might smell, such as their diet, health problems, grooming, and how often you clean the litter box, and ways to help with the smell.

Labrador Retriever sniffing at a spilled bottle of Pine-Sol cleaner on a kitchen floor

Can Dogs Be Around Pine-Sol? A Comprehensive Investigation

11 May 2024

Pine-Sol is harmful to dogs that swallow or breathe it in, but you can still use it in a home with dogs if you take the right steps.

A plump, fluffy Persian cat with a worried expression lying next to scattered pieces of plastic wrap on the floor

Why Do Cats Lick Plastic? What This Weird Feline Behavior Means

10 May 2024

Explanations for why your cat might be licking plastic, such as the way it feels, medical issues like pica, and how to stop your cat from doing this.

Shih Tzu dog sniffing a bowl of sesame seeds on the floor

Can Dogs Eat Sesame Seeds? Important Information for Pet Parents

10 May 2024

Possible dangers and advantages of giving sesame seeds to dogs, such as digestive problems, choking risks, and nutritional content.

Bulldog with a concerned look staring at a bowl of lime slices on a tiled kitchen floor

Can Dogs Eat Limes? What You Need to Know

9 May 2024

Limes are toxic to dogs because of their high acidity and the presence of psoralens and aromatic oils, which can lead to gastrointestinal upset and even organ failure.

Vet technician using tweezers to extract bot fly larvae from the neck of an orange tabby cat on an examination table

Bot Fly Larvae in Cats: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment

9 May 2024

Signs, treatments, and how to prevent your cat from getting a bot fly infection, including how to identify the larvae, what to do if your cat has them, and how to keep your cat safe.

Close-up of a concerned-looking poodle mix sniffing the leaves of a vibrant green ZZ plant on a wooden window sill

Can Dogs Eat ZZ Plants? Risks and Safety Precautions

8 May 2024

ZZ plants are poisonous to dogs because of calcium oxalate crystals, which can lead to irritation and swelling when consumed.

Close-up of a dog's swollen, reddish paw pad on a clinical examination table

Why Is My Dog's Paw Swollen? Causes and Treatment Options

8 May 2024

Possible reasons why your dog's paws are swollen, from small injuries to more serious medical conditions, and when to go to the vet.

Fluffy Persian cat with a pensive expression looking at a plate of gingerbread men on a kitchen counter

Is Gingerbread Safe for Cats to Eat? What Science Says About Feline Nutrition

8 May 2024

Gingerbread is bad for cats because it contains harmful ingredients such as ginger, molasses, sugar, and fat, all of which can lead to health problems.

Closeup of a small Poodle mix dog sniffing and investigating a single green olive on the floor

Can Dogs Eat Green Olives? Potential Risks Explored

8 May 2024

Green olives are dangerous for dogs because of their high salt content and because the pits can be a choking hazard, although olive oil may be a safer option.

Pug standing next to an overturned water bowl, refusing to eat the dog food in front of it, with a wary expression on a sparse, clean background

Dog Not Eating But Drinking Water and Vomiting: Causes and What to Do

7 May 2024

Possible reasons why a dog might be vomiting, not eating, and drinking water, such as stomach problems, organ issues, and dental concerns.