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Urine Drug Screens for Pets: What You Need to Know

Is an OTC urine drug screen effective in treating animals who may have been exposed to drugs? The APCC says "yes" and explains how and why they should be used.

ASPCA Poison Control: Backpack Hazards: Protecting Pets from Hidden Toxins

The start of the school year is an exciting time for many families, but it can also pose unexpected dangers to pets. Learn about the most hazardous items lurking in backpacks.

10 Things Pets Love to Get Into: Top Toxins for Dogs and Cats at ASPCA Poison Control

This one-hour session will cover the most common toxins for dogs and cats that ASPCA Poison Control has received calls for in the last year.

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.

Vet Tech Corner: LSD Toxicosis in Animals

Treatment for LSD exposure in animals is generally simple, and focuses on maintaining a safe environment for recovery.

Mushroom Poisoning in Dogs

Learn the signs, causes and treatment for mushroom toxicosis in dogs

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.

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.

Most Common Toxicologic Causes of Tremors in Dogs

The ASPCA Poison Control Center lists the most common toxicologic causes of tremors in dogs, grouped by type of item — medicine, food, etc.

Questions to Help You Use Activated Charcoal Safely in Animals

The danger of hypernatremia is a definite worry when using activated charcoal as a treatment. To help you decrease the risk, consider these questions.

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