We know pet owners in Killingly, CT do their best to keep their furry friends safe from toxins, but sometimes they get into things they shouldn’t.
According to Pet Poison Helpline, these are the top 10 poisons dogs and cats get into:
Dog Poisons:
- Chocolate
- Mouse and Rat Poisons (rodenticides)
- Vitamins and Minerals (e.g., Vitamin D3, iron, etc.)
- NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.)
- Cardiac Medications (e.g., calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, etc.)
- Cold and Allergy Medications (e.g., pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine, etc.)
- Antidepressants (e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)
- Xylitol
- Acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol)
- Caffeine Pills
(Source: Pet Poison Helpline)
Cat Poisons:
- Topical spot-on insecticides
- Household Cleaners
- Antidepressants
- Lilies
- Insoluble Oxalate Plants (e.g., Dieffenbachia, Philodendron, etc.)
- Human and Veterinary NSAIDs
- Cold and Flu Medication (e.g., Tylenol)
- Glow Sticks
- ADD/ADHD Medications/Amphetamines
- Mouse and Rat Poison
(Source: Pet Poison Helpline)
Think your pet has gotten into a toxic substance?
Don’t wait! Contact our number immediately, 860-774-7650, then contact Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661.
