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5 Toxins That Can Cause Blindness in Cats and Dogs

A few toxins can cause blindness, and the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center presents a primer so you can effectively treat a patient’s exposure.

Acrylamide Exposure in Dogs and Cats

New research on the effects of acrylamide exposure in dogs and cats.

The Overdose Dangers of Calcium Channel Blockers

Calcium channel blockers are cardiac drugs that are commonly used in veterinary medicine. They are also the cause of common, dangerous overdoses in pets.

The Risks of Monoclonal Antibodies in Animals

Monoclonal antibody therapies are a well-established standard of care for many human medical conditions, but what are the risks to our pets?

Drunk and Disorderly: Ethanol and Yeast Dough Intoxications

Alcoholic drinks and yeast dough both have the potential to cause toxicity in pets, but unfortunately pets seem to find both quite palatable.

The Most Common Sleep Aid Toxicities in Cats and Dogs

Several medications and supplements are available for humans who struggle to get restful sleep, but inadvertent exposures to these in pets often require veterinary care.

Top 10 Toxins of 2024

Find out which toxins resulted in the most calls to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in 2024.

Understanding and Treating Laundry Detergent Ingestion

This article looks at the danger of detergent ingestion, especially detergent “pods” and what treatments are indicated.

Tips for Treating Baclofen and Metaldehyde Poisoning in Dogs and Cats

Use these lifesaving tips from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control to treat baclofen and metalhyde poisonings in dogs and cats.

When Not to Use Emetics in Dogs and Cats

This article explains when emetics shouldn’t be used, and what to do when inducing emesis in cats and dogs goes wrong.

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