Pet Poisons........ Lets list them!

[Alissa]

I knew a few things that are poisonous to pets, but am finding out more all the time. Who ever knew grapes/raisins were poisonous to dogs!?!?! I thought I heard somewhere that onions were too.... Poinsettias are, right? Chocolate? Just to get the word out there and to learn a bit more for myself, lets see what we can come up with here......

[Alissa]

Avocado! New one, had never heard of that one.....

[Dilly]

grapes are poison too!

[Alissa]

Sage! Can cause gastrointestinal upset and central nervous system depression. Also, remember, no raw bread dough (vomiting and bloating) or raw cookie/cake batter (raw eggs can cause salmonella).

[Amy]

Here's a nice long list of foods that can be dangerous to pets:

Holiday Treat or Toxin? Dangerous Foods That Can Harm Your Pet

And another one on poisonous plants:
What's Lurking in Your Garden? Plants that can harm your pets

Here's to healthy pets!
Amy
http://www.PetHealthFocus.com

[Jenn & Nick]

With the holidays coming up we should remember things associated with Christmas that can make pets sick. I found this list on the ASPCA website:

O Christmas Tree: Securely anchor your Christmas tree so it doesn’t tip and fall, causing possible injury to your pet. This will also prevent the tree water—which may contain fertilizers that can cause stomach upset—from spilling.

Tinsel-less Town: Kitties love this sparkly, light-catching “toy” that’s easy to bat around and carry in their mouths. But a nibble can lead to a swallow, which can lead to an obstructed digestive tract, severe vomiting, dehydration and possible surgery. It’s best to brighten your boughs with something other than tinsel.

Toy Joy: Stuff your pet’s stockings with gifts that are safe:

* Many a dog has been known to tear her toys apart and swallow the pieces, which can become lodged in the esophagus, stomach or intestines. Stick with chew toys that are basically indestructible, digestible chew treats or Kongs that can be stuffed with healthy foods.

* Ribbon, yarn and loose little parts that can get stuck in a cat’s intestines often necessitate surgery. Surprise kitty with a new ball that’s too big to swallow, a stuffed catnip toy or the interactive cat dancer—and tons of play time together.

Forget the Mistletoe & Holly: When ingested by pets, mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. Holly can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, and many varieties of lilies can cause kidney failure in cats. Opt for just-as-jolly artificial plants made from silk or plastic, or choose a pet-safe bouquet.

Happy Holidays!!