Toxicology & Poison Control

In this section, you’ll find a wealth of resources from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center and from shelter medicine veterinarians—all specially designed for shelter and private-practice veterinarians.

Lifesaving information is clearly detailed on top toxins, medication, people and pet food, indoor and outdoor risks, plant hazards, and clinical treatment resources.

In addition, you’ll find toxicology educational programs, consulting services, review of case data as an alternative to traditional animal research, and a 24-hour veterinary diagnostic and treatment hotline.

Do you have an animal poison emergency?

Call our 24-hour veterinary diagnostic and treatment hotline:

888-426-4435

Webinar

Hepatic Havocs–Animal Toxins that Affect the Liver

Thu, May 19, 2022 1:00pm - Thu, May 19, 2022 2:00pm

This webinar will cover recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of toxic exposures to substances that affect liver of dogs and cats.

Tools & Job Aids

Top 10 Pet Toxins of 2021

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

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Tips & FAQs

What Is Ivermectin?

Discover how ivermectin is used in veterinary medicine and the potentially harmful side effects caused by accidental exposure in pets.

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Tools & Job Aids

Fall Toxins to Watch Out for Around Pets

Keep your pets protected this fall by watching out for toxins, including rat poison, that can be harmful to them.

Tools & Job Aids

Top 10 Deadliest Pet Poisons

Veterinarians can download and share the list of the most poisonous toxins for dogs and cats with their clients.

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How-To

Treating Snake Bites in Pets

Learn about the 4 venomous snakes in the US and the factors that contribute to whether a dog or cat will survive a snakebite, including the location of the bite, the type of snake, the size of the pet, and the length of time before they get medical treatment.