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Toxins and Poisons
DOGS -
The most common calls received by Pet Poison
Hotline for dog toxicities are:
1. Chocolate
2. Insect bait stations
3. Rodenticides (mouse and rat poison)
4. Fertilizers
5. Xylitol - containing products such as
sugar-free gums and candies
6. Ibuprofen (Advil® or Motrin®
in brand name or generic form)
7. Acetaminophen (Tylenol® in brand name or
generic form)
8. Silica gel packs
9. Amphetamines, such as ADD/ADHD drugs
10. Household cleaners
CATS
The most common calls received by
Pet Poison Hotline for cat toxicities are:
1. Lilies
2. Canine permethrin insecticides (topical flea
and tick medicine for dogs)
3. Household cleaners
4. Rodenticides (mouse and rat poison)
5. Paints and varnishes
6. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory veterinary
medications such as meloxicam, Rimadyl®,
and 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)
This
information has been provided by VPI® Pet
Insurance in partnership with Pet Poison
HELPLINE™
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