Health Hazards & Safety Tips for Pets

As pet owners, we want to do everything we can to keep our pets safe and healthy. However, many potential hazards can put our pets at risk. From household items to outdoor dangers, it's important to be aware of these health hazards and take steps to prevent them. We will discuss some common health hazards for pets and provide safety tips to keep them out of harm's way.

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 Health Hazards:

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: