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TOXINS IN DOGS AND CATS
Common Toxins
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10 Most Common Toxins in Canines:
- Chocolate
- Mouse & rat poison
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Xylitol (ingredient in sugar free gum & more)
- Grapes & raisins
- Antidepressant medications
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Vitamin D overdose
- Stimulant medications (for ADD/ADHD)
- Fertilizers
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10 Most Common Toxins in Felines:
- Lilies
- Flea/tick medications for dogs
- Household cleaners
- Antidepressant medications
- Essential oils
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Mouse & rat poison
- Stimulant medications (for ADD/ADHD)
- Onions & garlic
- Vitamin D overdose
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Common Human Medication Toxins:
- NSAIDS (Advil, Aleve, Motrin, Etc.)
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Antidepressants (Effexor,Cymbalta,Lexapro, Etc.)
- ADD/ADHD medications (Concerta, Adderall, Ritalin, Etc.)
- Benzodiazepines/Sleep aids (Xanax, Ambien, Lunesta, Ect.)
- Birth Control
- Ace Inhibitors (Zestril, Altace, Ect.)
- Beta-blockers (Tenormin, Toprol, Coreg, Ect.)
- Thyroid hormone medications
- Cholesterol lowering medications (Lipitor, Zocor, Crestor, Ect.)
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Seasonal Poisons/Dangers:
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Summer:
- Salt Water
- Slug & snail bait
- Mole & gopher bait
- Mushrooms
- Fireworks
- Grapes or raisins
- Mouse & rat poison
- Herbicides
- Blue-green algae
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Fall:
- Mushrooms
- Mothballs
- Antifreeze
- Mouse & rat poison
- Compost bins/piles
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Halloween dangers:
- Chocolate or other candy
- Grapes or raisins
- Candy wrappers
- Glow sticks & glow jewelry
- Candles
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Winter:
- Tinsel
- Holiday ornaments
- Plants (Poinsettia, Lilies, Mistletoe, Holly)
- Alcohol
- Holiday food (Chocolate, grapes/raisins, Xylitol, fatty meat scraps)
- Imported snow globes (if broke open they may contain antifreeze)
- Liquid potpourri
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Spring:
- Tulips
- Hyacinth
- Daffodils
- Lilies
- Crocus plant
- Fertilizers
- Pesticides/Insecticides
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Easter:
- Lilies
- Fake Easter grass
- Chocolate
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Common Poisonous Plants
- Autumn Crocus
- Azalea
- Cyclamen
- Kalanchoe
- Lilies
- Oleander
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- Dieffenbachia
- Daffodils
- Sago Palm
- Tulips
- Hyacinths
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Marijuana Toxicity
There are over 80 different cannabis/marijuana plants. The two most common ones that are recognized, utilized, and studied are:
- Tetrahydrocannabiol (THC)
- Cannabidiol (CBD)
Common Symptoms of Marijuana Toxicity:
- Sedation/lethargy
- Dilated pupils or glassed over eyes
- Dazed expression
- Difficulty walking
- Vomiting
- Low or high heartrate
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- Agitation
- Trouble regulating tempurature
- Incontinence/dripping urine
- Tremors
- Seizures
- Vocalization
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Signs can be seen anywhere from 5 minutes to 12 hours after exposure. Signs can also last anywhere from 30 minutes to several days depending on dose ingested.
Pet Poison Helpline
All information comes directly form the Pet Poison Helpline. If you think your pet may have gotten into a toxin that is not talked about on this page please check their website, call the helpline, or contact our office!
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