It's important to remember that our pets may be drawn to foods that we enjoy, but what's harmless for us can be harmful for them. Stay proactive in safeguarding your... read more →
Snail bait, due to its toxic component called metaldehyde, is a common cause of dog poisoning. It's commonly seen during Spring and Summer when snail numbers are high and gardeners... read more →
Although Paracetamol is a safe and commonly used pain reliever for humans, the same is not true for our pets. Cats and dogs are not little humans and the safety... read more →
Grapes, sultanas and raisins (which are just forms of dried grapes) are toxic to dogs. What’s in them, as well as the amount eaten to cause toxicity, is unknown. Ingestion... read more →
Rat bait (rodenticide) is unfortunately a common cause of dog poisoning. It’s often stored in the home and shed and can be put down and subsequently forgotten about…until of course... read more →
Fertilisers are toxic to both cats and dogs, however most cases of poisoning happen to dogs, mainly due to their scavenging nature. Fertilisers generally contain nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium and... read more →
Don't let Lilies beauty fool you, they are highly toxic to cats. In fact, eating the smallest amount can cause their kidneys to fail, and even with intensive therapy, sadly,... read more →
Dogs love chocolate and any opportunity that chocolate is left around within reach, chances are it will be gobbled straight up. Unfortunately, chocolate is toxic to dogs. It’s the theobromine... read more →