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Antifreeze: Not Just a Winter Toxin

Don’t rule out antifreeze as a possible pet problem in the winter. Here’s what to look for and how to treat exposure.

Debunking Internet Myths & Rumors About Pet Toxins

Be sure you know answers about these common tox myths for the next time a client says “But I read it online!”

Top 10 Pet Toxins of 2021

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

Vet Tech Corner: Cellulose Rodenticides

While cellulose rodenticides can be an issue for pets if ingested in large amounts, they rarely cause significant signs. Here’s what you need to know.

Venom Reactions and Treatment Options

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center warns that components of venom can create cellular injury, elicit an inflammatory response, trigger histamine release and act as a possible allergen.

Top Tips About Avian Toxicities

This article contains top tips about avian toxicities and veterinary care.

Dextromethorphan Ingestion in Pets

Dextromethorphan is a common ingredient in over-the-counter cold, congestion, and flu medications, and pets who ingest it may need veterinary care.

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.

Dangers & Veterinary Treatment Options for Cold & Flu Medications in Pets

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center created this library of cold and flu medication toxicities and treatments.

Toxic Component in Grapes and Raisins Identified!

For years, veterinarians have wondered what made grapes toxic to pets—we think we have the answer.