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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.

Top Toxic Causes of Megaesophagus in Dogs

Megaesophagus should be considered in dogs with a history of exposure to any of the following toxins and/or who are showing signs of toxicosis.

Treating Firefly Toxicosis in Lizards

Learn more about treating firefly toxicosis in lizards.

Phenylbutazone and Pets: A Pain in the Bute

Learn to recognize and treat phenylbutazone toxicosis.

Sunscreen and Zinc Oxide Ingestion in Pets

Learn about the active ingredients in sunscreen and zinc oxide to develop a treatment plan for dogs and cats who ingest these potential toxins.

Overdosing on Parenteral Chondroprotective Agents

When it comes to overdoses, parenteral toxicities can look very different from oral overdoses.

Top 5 Exposures on Super Bowl Sunday

Every Super Bowl Sunday, pets all over get into things they shouldn’t. Can you guess what the top five exposures are?

5-HTP and Pets: A Potentially Lethal Combination

5-HTP is popularly used for appetite suppression, mood enhancement and relieving insomnia. But when pets get into supplements, serious problems can occur.

4 Holiday Plants That Cause More Worry Than Warranted

Some holiday plants get a bad rap that’s not necessarily deserved. This list can help you calm fears and provide accurate info.

Understanding and Treating Lead Toxicosis

While it’s not a common issue in dogs and cats, cases of lead toxicity do happen, so the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center offers this primer.