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Thursday, February 12, 2015

Cat Ailments A to Z - Poison

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No, not that kind
 This kind

Valentines Day is Saturday - NO LILIES 
 IF YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER LOVES LILIES - GET THEM A PHOTOGRAPH OR ARTISTIC RENDERING OF ONE
If they are unaware of the dangers towards their kitties - Let them know that you were informed by a very strange yet caring Human.
And that Human did not need to suggest a photo or work of art because as their loving companion.. you already thought of that!

BEWARE OF CHOCOLATE - This is something that you should be leery but okay to buy - unless you have a thieving feline
Cats are less likely to eat the box of Chocolates - but it's still considered toxic.
Dogs - they would absolutely possess the ability to eat the whole box..including the box.
Ferrets - I don't know much about them..but they look sneaky - and Chocolate is toxic to them as well. 
 (I would suggest pointing out your lack of Chocolate if you normally buy some for them...just saying.. an explanation may save someone from over thinking... )

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What did I just tell you??? NO LILIES. 
There is also Chocolate. 
Are you trying to piss me off???
Cuz it's working. 
http://www.amazon.com/Gund-Grumpy-Plush-Stuffed-Animal/dp/B00DVDMRX6

It's Grumpy Cat!!!!! 
That me
I mean that's perfect!

The following  may be dangerous to your pets:

Foods
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Apple seeds 
  • Apricot pits 
  • Avocados
  • Cherry pits
  • Candy (particularly chocolate—which is toxic to dogs, cats, and ferrets—and any candy containing the toxic sweetener Xylitol) 
  • Coffee (grounds, beans, and chocolate-covered espresso beans)
  • Garlic
  • Grapes 
  • Gum (can cause blockages and sugar free gums may contain the toxic sweetener Xylitol)
  • Hops (used in home beer brewing) 
  • Macadamia nuts 
  • Moldy foods 
  • Mushroom plants 
  • Mustard seeds 
  • Onions and onion powder ( was not aware of the powder)
  • Peach pits 
  • Potato leaves and stems (green parts) 
  • Raisins 
  • Rhubarb leaves 
  • Salt 
  • Tea (because it contains caffeine) 
  • Tomato leaves and stems (green parts) 
  • Walnuts 
  • Xylitol (artificial sweetener that is toxic to pets)
  • Yeast dough
 The list is long, it is hard to know what is good for them and what is not. 
Stick to what you know. 
If you are not sure - DON'T LET YOUR ANIMAL EAT IT - DON'T LEAVE IT WITHIN THEIR REACH

Humans Medications

  • Antidepressants
  • Cancer medicines
  • Cold medicines
  • Diet pills
  • Pain relievers (acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen)
  • Vitamins and other supplements
 THERE ARE NO MEDICATIONS THAT SHOULD BE LEFT OUT - EVER - THIS IS COMMON KNOWLEDGE 
Don't be stupid - if you drop a pill  FIND IT
If you can't find it - KEEP LOOKING
Weirdo kitties like to lick pills. 
They also like to lick medicine cups.
Dogs like to eat pills and eat medicine cups.

Flowers and Plants 
Plant Poison list available here

It is a very long list - stick to plants you know.
Or memorize the plants that are most toxic

Outside
  • Antifreeze
  • Ice melting products
  • Rat and mouse bait
  • Animal toxins—toads, insects, spiders, snakes and scorpions
  • Blue-green algae in ponds
  • Citronella candles
  • Cocoa mulch
  • Compost piles Fertilizers
  • Flea products
  • Outdoor plants and plant bulbs
  • Swimming-pool treatment supplies
  • Fly baits containing methomyl
  • Slug and snail baits containing metaldehyde
Outside can be a very toxic and dangerous place for your pet. 
If you allow your pet outside - KNOW YOUR PROPERTY 
If you allow your pets to leave your property alone then you are risking their lives - EVERY SINGLE TIME
Common Household Hazards
  • Fabric softener sheets
  • Detergent - Liquid, Powder, Pod
  • Dishwasher Detergent - Liquid, Powder, Pod
  • Mothballs
  • Bleach
  • Ammonia
  • Matches 
  • Liquid Potpourri
  • Batteries
  • Firestarter Logs
  • Gorilla Glue
  • Super Glue
  • Hand Sanitizer 
  • Pine Oil
  • Paint Chips - Heavy Metals 
  • Toilet Bowl Cleaner ( Anything added to change its colour or freshen it may be toxic)
  • Rubber Bands 
  • Thread 
  • Dental Floss

Cats are not as likely as Dogs are to finish a whole item like a battery - but they are very likely to CLEAN THEMSELVES TRYING TO GET ITEM OFF PAWS OR BODY- CAUSING INGESTION 

Chemicals
  • Smoke Inhilation 
  • Carbon Monoxide
  • Organophosfates
  • Pyrethrines & Pyrethoids 
  • Metadehyde
  • Fertilizer
  • Bone Meal & Blood Meal
  • Insecticides 
  • Paint Thinner 
  • Drain Cleaner 
Be smart. If you would not allow a child near it - Don't let an animal 
IF A 2 YEAR OLD WOULD PUT IT IN THEIR MOUTH- CHANCES ARE AN ANIMAL WOULD AS WELL





This is not a full list
More information can be found on these links 

If you are unsure in regards to your pet ingesting or coming into contact with a poison 
GET TO A VET
IF YOU CAN, BRING THE ITEM OR ITEMS IN QUESTION( safely )



Yes I have had a Poison song stuck in my head the whole time..
If anyone cares it's 

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