Injuries and accidental ingestions are an extremely common cause of veterinary visits. It costs about $500 per case, on average to treat  toxic ingestions, with more serious cases amounting to bills in the thousands. Here are some common items in and around the home that cause many of these poisonings. Also, areas and structures around your property may pose injury risks to pets. Take a look around your home and see if any of these are in reach of your precious 4 legged family members.

 

 

Household items

Ibuprofen and aspirin

Acetominophen (Tylenol)

Cold and flu meds

Antidepressants

Vitamins

Lighter fluid

Diet pills

Anti-cancer drugs

Tobacco products

Detergents

Fabric softener

Insecticides

Drain cleaners

Oven cleaner sprays

Disinfectants

Bleach

Lime/scale remover

Paint thinners

Flea and tick products

Rodent bait

Mothballs

Fly bait

Lead

Liquid potpourri

 

Trouble Areas

Doors and windows

Balconies

Bathtubs and sinks

Toilets

Washer and dryer

Fireplaces

 

 

 

Outside the Home

Algae

Antifreeze/Coolant

Fire pit/Grill

Fences or gates

Cocoa mulch

Non-pet safe de-icing salts

Compost

Gasoline

Oil

Pesticides

Fertilizer

Pools and hot tubs

 

 

 

 

 

Be on the lookout for open bags and bottles, and risk areas around your home. Try and pet-proof them. I will do further blogs highlighting specific risks, but hopefully this list will help you take a closer look around your home to avert a problem or tragedy in the future.

Dr. Dawn

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