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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.

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.

Top 5 Tips for Treating Illicit Drug Exposures

An APCC webinar covered signs of a wide range of drug exposures as well as various treatment plans. Here are five top tips from that lecture.

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.

Hypernatremia and Activated Charcoal

Here are some of the most commonly asked questions concerning hypernatremia from activated charcoal.

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.

Veterinary Professionals: Sign Our Petition Calling for Greater Access to Veterinary Telemedicine!

Support expanding veterinary telemedicine by adding your name to this ASPCA petition. It's fast and easy to get care to more animals in need.

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.

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.

Deadly Dangers of Homemade Slime and Pets

Homemade slime is a current fad among the young, but can wreak havoc on dogs who ingest it. Here's what you should know about the ingredients and their effect.

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