a Taj MuttHall Dog Diary: poison
Showing posts with label poison. Show all posts
Showing posts with label poison. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Pet Poisons

SUMMARY: Sometimes, things can kill your dog that you wouldn't expect to do so.

Yesterday i posted a link to the Top Ten reported poisons for dogs and cats. That doesn't mean that there aren't a lot of others. I'm surprised that I've never posted a list or link of poisons and toxins--at least, I just did a bunch of searching in my blog and am finding nothing. (Could be the search doesn't work well, too, of course.)

On this page are links to lists of some Poisonous Plants and Flowers, Toxic and Harmful Foods, Dangerous Chemicals, and Other Environmental Hazards. It doesn't list specific medications, just the general warning:
Hazards from Pharmaceuticals and More: There are some human medications that are safe for dogs, but many others can be seriously harmful to your dog. Even some veterinary drugs can be toxic if not used properly. Before medicating your dog, always contact your veterinarian for instructions. An accidental overdose can prove fatal depending on the substance. Also, remember that your dog might be curious and quite crafty when it comes to opening pill bottles. Keep ALL drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements out of reach.
Please do go through the lists; some might surprise you.

Here's a more complete list that's interactive: http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poisons/

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Top Ten Pet Poisons

SUMMARY: In case you didn't know.

For dogs and cats. Top 10 reasons why people call the pet poison hotline. Which, by the way, is 800-213-6680.

http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/pet-owners/basics/top-10-pet-poisons/

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

On A Serious Note

SUMMARY: Think carefully about medications with dogs in the house.

My agility friends Natalie/Joe's very brief story with an unhappy ending: Riley Oct 26, 2006 - Feb 15, 2011

My agility friend Holly's story with a happier ending: Rimadyl Toxicity – I wish I weren’t an expert…