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Poisonous Substances, Foods, and Plants
If your pet should ingest harmful or poisonous substances, plants, or foods contact your Ahwatukee Animal Care Hospital veterinarian immediately (480) 893-0533. ** After regular business hours, contact the First Pet Emergency Hospital (480) 732-0018 or VetMed Emergency Services (602) 697-4694 **
For information about poisonous substances call Kansas State University School of Veterinary Medicine (8AM-5PM CST)at 1-785-532-5679 and/or Animal Poison Control 1-800-548-2423 (fee charged for certain services).
There are many plants, foods, and substances that are known poisons to cats and dogs. Just like with children, make sure these items are out of reach and/or locked up so your pet can't get into them.
~ Vomiting ~ Diarrhea ~ Difficulty Breathing ~ Abnormal Urine (color, aroma,odor, frequency) ~Salivation ~Weakness
Toxic Foods
POISONOUS PLANTS TO AVOID There are a number of common plants which may be toxic to dogs and cats and should be avoided.
These include:
Common Poisonous Household Substances:
Vomiting is commonly caused by the ingestion of harmful substances.
There are many items that are known poisons to dogs and cats. Just like with children, make sure these items are out of reach and/or locked up so that your dog or cat cannot get into them.
For more informations on poisonous substances, or for an item that isn't listed here, please consult Kansas State University's School of Veterinary Medicine (8AM-5PM CST) at 1-785-532-5679 and or ASPCA's Animal Poison Control at 1-800-548-2423 (fee charged for certain services).
This is not a replacement for a veterinary consultation.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your pet's health or care, please call our friendly staff for an appointment (480) 893-0533.
For more information about the Dangers of Rodent Bait, please click on this link to our corresponding page.
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