Health Hazards

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