Pediatric and Geriatric Toxicology: Age-Based Poison Response for Dogs and Cats
About this Webinar
This 1-hour RACE-approved webinar explores the unique toxicological risks facing pediatric and geriatric small animal patients. Participants will examine how age-related physiological differences alter susceptibility to toxin exposure, clinical presentation and treatment response.
Topics include how developmental stage and aging impact clinical signs, diagnostic interpretation, treatment selection and prognosis in toxicology cases. Practical case-based examples will highlight adjustments in diagnostic evaluation, medication use, fluid therapy, and supportive care for young and elderly patients.
Takeaways
- Key biological, physical and functional differences between pediatric and geriatric dogs and cats that affect toxin metabolism and elimination.
- Understand why age-related changes in organ function alter clinical risk and presentation in toxicologic cases involving dogs and cats.
- Recognize how developmental stage and aging affect clinical signs, diagnostic findings and prognosis in common poison control cases.
- Evaluate toxicologic risk and treatment priorities based on patient age, body composition and organ function.
Suited For
This course is designed for veterinarians, veterinary technicians and students who want to improve their approach to toxicology cases.
Credits
This webinar is RACE-approved for 1 hour of free continuing education credit for veterinarians and vet techs.
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Dr. Ashley, DVM
Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology
Born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Dr. Ashley earned undergraduate degrees in Business Administration and Biology from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs before receiving her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Colorado State University. After graduating from veterinary school, Dr. Ashley moved to Tennessee, where she worked in both small animal emergency medicine and general practice before joining the ASPCA in the summer of 2025. Outside of work, Dr. Ashley enjoys spending time with her husband and their lively household of animals. Their family includes Artemisaurus Rex, a Great Dane; Dogtor Zoidberg, a Standard Poodle; Bella, a small mixed-breed dog; King Louie, a Flemish Giant rabbit; and Bun Bun, a New Zealand rabbit. Whether she's caring for patients or spending time with her own pets, her passion for animals is at the heart of everything she does.
