Tagged With Safety

Maine Coon cat sniffing a California roll on a plate, with the owner's hand reaching to pull the sushi away

Can Cats Eat Sushi? Here's What the Studies Say

11 June 2024

Hazards of uncooked fish in sushi for cats, although cooked fish and shellfish can be healthy snacks if they are cooked correctly.

Fluffy white Persian cat gently nudging a jade plant with a mischievous look

Can Cats Eat Jade Plants? A Science-Based Investigation

10 June 2024

Jade plants are usually safe for cats, but if eaten, they can lead to some stomach upset like diarrhea or vomiting.

Close-up of a pug's face looking up as its owner holds a cotton swab near its ear, with a Bactine bottle in the background

Can You Put Bactine on Dogs? What the Science Says

10 June 2024

Bactine for dogs: Uses, potential side effects, and other options for wound care.

Tabby cat sitting next to a slice of butternut squash on a kitchen counter, examining the squash with interest

Can Cats Have Squash? What to Know About the Benefits and Risks

9 June 2024

Squash is generally safe for cats to eat as an occasional snack, as long as it is introduced slowly and given in small amounts as part of a well-rounded diet.

Black cat with bright green eyes sniffing a blue hydrangea bloom on a wooden surface

Can Cats Eat Hydrangeas? What Pet Parents Should Know

8 June 2024

Hydrangeas are usually non-toxic to cats, however, eating too many of the flowers can lead to an upset stomach.

Great Dane owner quickly removing rhubarb leaves from their dog's reach, with the dog sitting patiently

Can Dogs Eat Rhubarb? Potential Risks and Benefits

7 June 2024

Rhubarb is poisonous to dogs because it contains oxalates, which can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, and kidney failure, which can be deadly.

A fluffy white Shih Tzu dog sitting on a kitchen counter, looking at a plate of colorful cupcakes

Can Dogs Eat Cupcakes? The Sweet Truth About Risks

7 June 2024

Hazards of dogs consuming cupcakes, such as harmful additives, and healthier homemade "pupcake" options that are made with ingredients that are safe for dogs.

Tabby cat closely examining a hanging string of pearls plant, with a cautious expression

Can String of Pearls Poison Cats? Understanding the Risks

7 June 2024

String of pearls is poisonous to cats and can cause symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and incoordination when eaten.

Tabby cat sitting on hardwood floor, staring intently at a litter box filled with clumping cat litter

How Often Should You Change Cat Litter? Expert Guidance

6 June 2024

Frequent cat litter changes, from scooping to full cleanings, as well as the type of litter you use and when to replace the litter box.

Golden retriever with worried expression sitting next to a partially eaten sock, with its owner checking on the dog

My Dog Ate a Sock But Is Fine: What Should I Do?

6 June 2024

Important things to think about and do after your dog has eaten a sock but seems fine.

Tabby cat sniffing at a pile of mothballs with a concerned expression

Can You Use Mothballs to Repel Cats? The Dangers and Other Options

6 June 2024

Mothballs should not be used to repel cats because they are both an ineffective and dangerous option that can lead to mothball poisoning in cats.

Labrador Retriever with a concerned expression sniffing at a plate of sliced lasagna on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Lasagna? A Detailed Guide to the Safety of This Italian Dish

6 June 2024

Although some of the individual ingredients in plain lasagna are safe for dogs to eat in small amounts, many of the ingredients in lasagna are poisonous to dogs and can lead to complications.