Here is the list for the top 10 most common poisonous substances
For Dogs: Ibuprofen Chocolate Ant/Roach Bait Rat Poison Acetaminophen Cold Medicines containing Pseudoephedrine Thyroid hormones Bleach Fertilizer Hydrocarbons (paint, varnish, oil, fuel) For Cats: parasite prevention products meant for dogs, containing Permethrin Other topical parasite prevention products Venlafaxine – an antidepressant Glow sticks/jewellery Lilies Liquid Potpourri Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs Acetaminophen Rat Poison Amphetamines Symptoms following ingestion may include but are not limited to: muscle paralysis, nervous system malfunction, fatality, irritation of stomach and intestines, dizziness, increased heart rate, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, convulsions, depression, weakened heart beat, intense burning in the mouth esophagus or stomach, stupor, skin inflammation, stomach or intestine ulceration, profuse salivation, tongue swelling and suffocation, excitement, breathing distress, coma, weakness, collapse, staggering, tingling, numbness, vision impairment or blindness, abdominal cramps, drowsiness, blisters, pupil dilation, headaches, elevated blood pressure. If you suspect your pet has come into contact or ingested any of these items or other possible toxic substances, call the Chestermere Veterinary Clinic at 403-272-3573 right away. For 24 hour/7 days a week availability call the Pet Poison Helpline: 1-800-213-6680 or visit http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com. The sooner you get your pet help, the better the likelihood for recovery. Remember to have the ingested substance with you, if possible, to give information over the phone, or to give to the veterinary team in person. If you have further questions about toxic substances e-mail us at chestvet@telus.net or visit us at http://www.chestermerevet.com. Like us on Facebook! Sources: Meadows, Irina DVM & Sharon Gwaltney-Brant DVM, PhD. “The 10 Most Common Toxicoses in Dogs.” Veterinary Medicine, dvm360.com.Published March 2006. Merola, Valentina DVM, DABT & Eric Dunayer MS, VMD, DABT. “The 10 Most Common Toxicoses in Cats.” Veterinary Medicine, dvm360.com. Published June 2006.
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11/4/2021 09:01:56 am
I didn't know that glowsticks could be poisonous for cats! I caught my cat chewing on one, so it might be good for me to take him to the vet. They would be able to ensure that he doesn't get sick from it.
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Thanks for helping me understand that poisonous substances for cats and dogs can cause them to experience muscle paralysis, system malfunction, and even fatality. I guess I need to have a veterinarian that I can trust to ensure that I will be getting my cat help if it accidentally ingests such substances. This is my new and first cat to own, so I want to make sure that I will be cautious and give it the care it needs.
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