IF YOU THINK YOUR PET HAS BEEN POISONED:
During Regular Business Hours Call
Appalachian Animal Hospital
(828)658-8989
After Hours And Weekends Call
REACH Emergency Hospital
(828) 665-4399
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control
(888) 426-4435
Pet Poison Helpline:
(877) 416-7319
National Animal Poison Control Center:
(900) 680-0000
There are fees associated with these consultations but it is worth the peace of mind!
Toxins – Avoid these dangerous items for your pets:
* this is NOT a complete list so call if you have specific concerns*
Food
Chocolate
Avocado
Coffee
Fatty foods
Macadamia nuts, walnuts
Nutmeg
Citrus
Onions and onion powder
Raisins and grapes
Salt
Yeast dough
Sugar substitutes – xylitol
Raw Salmon
Alcohol
Plants
Mulch with cocoa bean
Mushrooms – many wild types
Pine needles
Mistletoe
Poinsettia
Azalea
Amaryllis
Daffodil
Tulip
Narcissus
Hyacinth
Autumn crocus
Castor oil plant
Chrysanthemum
Cyclamen
Dieffenbachia
Lillies
Easter cactus
Oleander
Holly
Chemicals
Human Medications – Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) , acetaminophen (Tylenol), cold medications etc…
Rodent poisons
Insecticides
Antifreeze and windshield de-icer – ethylene glycol
Roas and sidewalk de- icer ( look for SafePaws or other pet safe products)
Organophosphates
Household chemicals and cleaners
Fabric softeners and bleach
Fertilizer and blood and bonemeal
Heavy metals – lead paint, linoleum
Silica gel packs
Batteries
Mothballs
Pine oil and essential oils
Teflon cookware – inhaled cooking fumes
Pet medications and flea products – remember that what is safe for a dog may be toxic to a cat and the reverse may also be true. Never assume that a different species can tolerate medications that are perfectly safe for another.
