Just like babies, it’s amazing how quickly your furry friend
can find his way into kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities and laundry rooms,
not to mention just about every open bag, bottle or plate left out on a table. A
little “pet-proofing” goes a long way in keeping your pets safe from harmful toxins lurking around your home. For example, chocolate is extremely
toxic to dogs, along with certain vitamins, cold medications and acetaminophen.
Lily flowers are harmful to cats, along with household cleaners, insecticides
and glow sticks.
While symptoms of poisoning vary widely depending on the type
of toxin, be on the look out for vomiting, diarrhea, excessive drooling,
coughing up blood, pale gums, lethargy, extremely bad breath, decreased
urination and jaundice. Any or all could be a sign of a serious condition such
as internal bleeding or kidney/liver failure, requiring immediate veterinary
attention. Veterinarians caution pet parents to never attempt inducing vomiting
at home using hydrogen peroxide (a common solution found online) until
consulting a veterinarian.
So take a few minutes this month to go through your home and
secure any harmful substances – your pets will thank you for it in the long run
even though you may have taken away the day’s entertainment!
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