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Top 10 Toxins of 2024

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

The Hiding Places & Pet Dangers of Xylitol

Xylitol is appearing in more and more places, from coffee to cough drops. It’s a big danger to pets, so you may want to share this handy list.

Allergy Medications that are Toxic for Pets

Spring is in the air and allergy season is here so keep pets safe from common allergy medications.

How to Treat Rodenticide Poisoning in Horses

The ASPCA Poison Control Center offers recommendations for rodenticides ingested by horses.

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.

Top 10 Pet Toxins of 2023

Find out which toxins resulted in the most calls to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in 2023.

Treating Toxins with Activated Charcoal in Dogs and Cats

Learn best practices for using activated charcoal to treat poison ingestion by pets.

Understanding and Treating Cough Drop Toxicity in Pets

ASPCA Poison Control receives many calls throughout the year about pets ingesting cough drops—and there is, indeed, cause for concern.

Antibiotics and Seizures in Pets

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center notes that antibiotics are a cause of toxin seizures in animals, and this article explains what to watch for.

Birth Control Pill and HRT Exposure in Pets

Birth control pills and HRT are commonly found in households and animals routinely find and ingest them. How concerned should you be?

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