Based on our Pet Poison Helpline call volume and extensive data base, here are the top 10 most common toxins of 2009 that Pet Poison Helpline gets called about. Now keep in mind that some of these listed are very toxic, while some are minimally toxic (like ant baits and silica packs). When in doubt, call your vet or Pet Poison Helpline to make sure there won't be a problem. Now that you've seen this list, take special care to keep these out of your pet's reach and pet-proof your house!
DOGS:
1 Chocolate
2 Insect bait stations
3 Rodenticides (i.e., mouse and rat poison)
4 Fertilizers
5 Xylitol-containing products (i.e., sugar-free gums and candies)
6 Ibuprofen (Advil® or Motrin® in brand name or generic form)
7 Acetaminophen (Tyleno®l in brand name or generic form)
8 Silica gel packs
9 Amphetamines, such as ADD/ADHD drugs
10 Household cleaners
CATS:
1 Lilies
2 Canine permethrin insecticides (topical flea and tick medicine designed for dogs but
erroneously placed on cats)
3 Household cleaners
4 Rodenticides
5 Paints and varnishes
6 Veterinary non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (Rimadyl®, Deramaxx®)
7 Glow sticks/glow jewelry
8 Amphetamines (such as ADD/ADHD drugs)
9 Acetaminophen (Tylenol® in brand name or generic form)
10 Ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin® in brand name or generic form)
Pet Poison Helpline (PPH) is an Animal Poison Control that provides
treatment advice and recommendations relating to exposures to
potential dangerous plants, products, medications, and substances, to
veterinarians, veterinary staff and pet owners 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week. Please be aware there is a $35/per case consultation fee. Pet
Poison Helpline is located in Bloomington, Minnesota. The Helpline
number is 1-800-213-6680.
If you suspect your pet has ingested any of these items or any
other questionable substance, call Pet Poison Helpline or your
veterinarian for assistance. Accurate and timely identification of the
suspected substance is very important. Having the container, package,
or label in hand will save valuable time and may save the life of your
pet.
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