Safety Tips for Your Pet : Cautions For Cats, Dangers For Dogs
ASPCA, Animal poison control center, 24 hour emergency veterinary poison hotline: 888-426-4435
Pet Safety Alert:
Foods that are safe for us are not always safe for our pets. These include:
- Chocolate
- Avocado
- Grapes and Raisins
- Xylitol Sweetener (found in Gum & Toothpaste)
- Macadamia Nuts
- Yeast Dough
- Onions and Garlic
Cautions for Cats:
There is a saying, “cats are not small dogs.” What this means is that cats are unique creatures that have very specific needs. These items cause serious problems for cats:
- Lilies of all types
- Mice that have been eating Rat Poison
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Needles and Thread
- Cleaning Solutions (like Pine-Sol)
- Flea products made for dogs
- Holiday Tinsel
Dangers for Dogs:
Dogs love life, eating and chewing. They sometimes make poor choices as to what is food and what is not. These items cause serious problems for dogs:
- Peach Pits
- Rat Poison
- Corn Cobs
- Slug Bait
- Wood Glue
- Fabric
- Wooden Skewers or Deli Toothpicks
- Acorns
- Cocoa Mulch
- Human Pain Relievers
- Antifreeze
