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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.

Ethylene Glycol and Antifreeze Poisoning in Pets

Antifreeze ingestion can be difficult, but a common component is ethylene glycol. EG is also present in other products, so polish up your treatment knowledge.

Drunk and Disorderly: Ethanol and Yeast Dough Intoxications

Alcoholic drinks and yeast dough both have the potential to cause toxicity in pets, but unfortunately pets seem to find both quite palatable.

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.

Understanding and Treating Cough Drop Toxicity in Pets

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

Moldy Food Dangers to Pets

At the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, not a day goes by that a call doesn’t come in about a tremoring dog or cat.

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.

Most Common Causes of Seizures in Dogs

We’ve created a chart that shows the most common toxins that cause seizures in dogs. Share this information with your clients to help ward off problems.

Tips for Vets to Prevent Toxicity in Horses

Mitigating the risks of toxicity in horses is important. Read our top tips for incorporating toxic exposure prevention into your vet practice.

Ecstasy Toxicosis in Animals

Since Ecstasy contains multiple ingredients, pets exposed to the drug will need treatment for both amphetamine and caffeine exposure.