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Hallucinogenic Mushroom Toxicosis in Animals

“Magic” mushroom exposure in dogs can produce vocalization, mydriasis, ataxia, tachycardia, disorientation, hyperthermia and anxiety.

Managing Veterinary Medication Administration Errors

Sometimes patients are administered medications or other products via the wrong route. The APCC has suggestions on what to do if this happens.

How to Treat Chocolate Ingestion in Dogs

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center explains the right treatment plans for various chocolate exposures in dogs and cats.

Top 10 Toxins of 2024

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

Topical Creams and Pets: A Dangerous Combination

In this article veterinarians explain what ingredients in topical creams for pain relief are problematic in more than one species.

Proper Use of Emetics in Dogs and Cats

Emetics can play a key role when animals have been exposed to a toxin, but it’s important to know the best ways to use them.

Common Human Snack Toxicities in Pets

While the dangers of pets ingesting chocolate are well known to pet owners, the risks of other snacks—like grapes and raisins—may not be. Learn what to do if you’re presented with an animal who has ingested these common people foods.

Common Feline Toxic Exposures and Their Treatment

Learn to recognize and treat common feline toxicities including acetaminophen, NSAIDs and more

FAQs about CBD Use in Pets

CBD (hemp oil) treats are becoming more popular to give pets, and some of the same dangers exist as with THC. Find out the symptoms and treatment plans.

Top 4 July 4th Pet Toxins

Fireworks, food, lawn products and pool chemicals: Do you know how to treat these top July 4 toxicities? Read tips from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center