Sago Palms – Extremely Dangerous For Cats and Dogs!
Sago Palms aren’t just outdoor plants. They’re common INDOOR plants, too. They’re easily found in garden centers and home supply stores.
Protect Your Pets: Keep These Common Poisons Away From Your Home
Whether it's food, plants, or other common household items, there are many things that aren't just dangerous, but deadly, for our animals. It's always a great time to make sure you know what's safe for your pets and what's not. We've pulled together a few of our most important articles on household cat and dog toxicities to help you get up to speed.
Xylitol: The sugar-free sweetener your dog NEEDS you to know about
Xylitol is toxic to dogs. It can be more dangerous than chocolate! Read product labels carefully. We have a list of over 700 products xylitol is in.
Lilies Are Highly Toxic to Cats
Lilies, including the Stargazer lily, Tiger lily, Easter lily, and Japanese show lily, are one of the most dangerous flowers for cats. Find out why.
Dough & Dogs: Why It’s Bad and What You Can Do | Preventive Vet
There are two types of dough that are bad for dogs: playdough and unbaked bread dough. Read why these are toxic to dogs and what to do if they're eaten.
Snail & Slug Bait – Poisonous For Pets
If snail and slug bait is eaten by a cat or dog, the poison affects their nervous system. The result could be fatal. Use one of these pet-safer options in your garden.
Grape, Raisin, and Currant Toxicity in Dogs & Cats
While grapes, raisins, and currants are perfectly healthy snacks for humans, they can be kidney-destroying and life-threatening to dogs and cats. See why.
Dogs & Gorilla Glue® – More than just a sticky situation!
Dogs and Gorilla Glue. Never a good mix! Time-lapse video shows how polyurethane glues pose a danger to dogs when they're eaten.
Antifreeze is Very Poisonous to Dogs and Cats
Most antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, a chemical compound that causes significant, often fatal, problems for cats and dogs. There are safer brands.
Can You Give Human Pain Medication to Your Pet?
Is it okay to give your dog or cat human pain meds? Our veterinarian explains why it's dangerous to give your pet medications without consulting your vet.
Common Household Plants That Are Toxic to Cats
There are many poisonous plants for cats. Here's a list of common plants that are toxic to cats and how quickly symptoms can start if exposed to or eaten.