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Alcohol Poisoning in Dogs
Pets can be attracted to our Friday night cocktails, especially when they’re mixed with sweet juices and liqueurs. If you suspect your pet has gotten into alcohol or is showing signs of alcohol…
Rodenticide Poisoning in Pets
Rodenticides, also known as rat bait or mouse poison, are products people often use to control and kill rodents such as mice and rats. These products are also poisonous to dogs and cats.…
Snail Bait Poisoning in Pets
You are familiar with the saying “April showers bring May flowers”, right? While all the spring moisture helps our gardens and lawns grow and bloom after the winter weather, it also brings out the…
Blue-Green Algae Poisoning in Dogs
During algal blooms in lakes, seas, and watercourses, a poison can form in the water. If a dog bathes in or drinks the water, it can suffer from algae poisoning, which is a life-threatening…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Philodendron
Philodendrons are common house plants and also a very common part of tropical landscaping in the southern US. All parts of all types of philodendrons are toxic to most animals, including dogs, cats,…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Tulips
Tulips are beautiful, popular flowers that many of us have in our gardens. But it’s important to note that the Tulipa genus of flowers is toxic to cats, dogs, and horses and can be fatal if…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Oleander
Oleanders are beautiful flowering plants that can grow incredibly large. Oleanders are commonly used in landscaping along fences for privacy and for their beauty. Unfortunately, the Oleander plant…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Azalea
Azaleas, also called Rosebay or Rhododendron, are common plants in outdoor landscaping. Despite their beauty, they can be toxic if eaten by dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, pigs, horses, and goats (to…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Dieffenbachia
Dieffenbachia is a genus of perennial, tropical, flowering plants that are widely sold and commonly kept as houseplants due to their tolerance of shade and their pretty and varied appearances. If…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Lantana
Lantana (Lantana camara), also called Shrub Verbena, Yellow Sage, and Red Sage, is a perennial flowering plant that is commonly used in landscaping. It grows wild in tropical regions of the US and…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Cyclamen
Cyclamen, also called Sowbread, are small, flowering plants often used in landscaping over the winter and spring seasons. They come with red, white, and pink flower varieties. Continue reading to…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Sago Palm
Sago Palms are common across the United States, both as indoor and outdoor ornamental plants. If you have pets, it's important to know that these plants are poisonous if eaten or chewed on. Continue…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Lily of the Valley
Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) is a perennial plant (grows back every year) that has small bell-shaped white flowers that are beautiful and fragrant. The plant also produces berries. It is…
Summer Dangers for Cats
Summer often means spending more time outside. However, for outdoor cats, this can pose several risks. In this article, you can read about some of these summer dangers, how to prevent them, and what…
Tips for Bringing Home a New Cat or Kitten
Planning on bringing home a new furry family member? What can you do to prepare? Here we share our best tips to prepare for your new cat’s arrival.
Vomiting and Diarrhea in Cats
Vomiting and diarrhea are two of the most common concerns that cause a cat owner to seek veterinary advice. Causes for your cat’s illness may be as simple as a hairball or an upset stomach from…
Look Out for These 7 Autumn Pet Hazards
Autumn is a favorite time to get outside and enjoy special activities with friends and family - of the two and four-legged variety! The change in seasons brings cooler temperatures, shorter days,…
Everything You Need to Know About Chocolate Toxicity in Pets
While most humans love chocolate, it’s not a safe treat to share with your dog or cat! Chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine, which are toxic to our pets. They also absorb and break down the…
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