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.

Symptoms

~ 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: