Tagged With Safety

Close-up portrait of an Abyssinian guinea pig with a distinctive rosette-patterned coat, looking concerned about the presence of fleas

Do Guinea Pigs Get Fleas? Prevention and Treatment Tips

21 May 2024

Health risks to guinea pigs posed by fleas, such as skin conditions, anemia, and the potential for fleas to spread diseases, as well as ways to get rid of fleas on guinea pigs.

A fluffy, pea-colored Persian cat looking puzzled at a bowl of hummus on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Hummus? What You Need to Know About This Chickpea Dip

20 May 2024

Hummus has things like garlic and onions in it, which are both poisonous to cats and can lead to an upset stomach.

Worried Pug owner carefully wiping a calamine-like lotion off their dog's skin in a bathroom setting

Is It Safe to Put Calamine Lotion on Dogs? Here's What Vets Say, Plus Safer Alternatives

20 May 2024

Hazards of putting calamine lotion on dogs, such as the potential for zinc toxicity, and other, better options for addressing skin issues in dogs.

Beagle sniffing around a money tree plant, with the owner's hand reaching in to gently pull the dog away

Can Dogs Eat Money Trees? What Pet Owners Should Know

20 May 2024

Money trees are safe for dogs and cats, but if they eat a lot, they may experience some stomach upset that will need to be treated by a vet.

Two cats with fur standing on end, arching their backs in an aggressive posture

Why Do Cats Fight and How to Prevent Deadly Clashes: Causes and Prevention Tips

19 May 2024

Cats are not likely to fight until the death, but their fights can be harmful to each other.

Worried-looking Siamese cat staring at a pile of raisins on the floor, with a puffed-up tail and concerned expression

Can Cats Eat Raisins? The Risks of This Potential Pet Hazard

19 May 2024

Raisins are extremely poisonous to cats and can lead to kidney failure, even if only a small number are consumed.

Maine Coon cat watching as its owner trims fresh carnation flowers

Can Cats Eat Carnations? An In-Depth Review

19 May 2024

Carnations are not toxic to cats, although they can lead to gastrointestinal upset if ingested in large quantities.

Close-up portrait of a tabby cat sniffing a red hibiscus flower, with a blurred tropical background

Hibiscus and Cats: What You Should Know

18 May 2024

Hibiscus flowers are poisonous to cats and can cause stomach upset if eaten, so steps should be taken to prevent exposure.

Border Collie sitting politely and looking up expectantly as its owner holds a bag of corn chips

Can Dogs Eat Corn Chips? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

18 May 2024

Corn chips are not poisonous for dogs, but they should only be given to dogs occasionally and in small amounts.

Black Labrador Retriever sniffing at a bird feeder filled with bird seed

Can Dogs Eat Bird Seed? Risks and Benefits Explored

18 May 2024

Dangers of dogs consuming bird food, such as stomach upset, poisons, and malnutrition. Proper storage and access prevention are important.

Anxious-looking Labradoodle standing next to an open package of Nutter Butter cookies on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Have Nutter Butters? The Dangers of Peanut Butter Cookie Consumption

18 May 2024

Nutter Butters and similar peanut butter sandwich cookies are bad for dogs because they are high in sugar, fat, and chocolate.

Pug dog intently staring at a plate of sweet potato peels on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato Skins? A Comprehensive Look

18 May 2024

The skin of sweet potatoes can be a choking hazard and cause an obstruction in your dog's intestines. Vets suggest removing the skin before giving it to your dog.