March is Pet Poison Prevention Month. Using five years of proprietary call data, Pet Poison Helpline released the next version of Toxin Trends. This online resource helps consumers and veterinary professionals research harmful and potentially deadly toxins in their area.
Source: CISION, March 1, 2023. Link.
We wanted to share our proprietary data to help educate pet lovers and veterinary professionals about which poisons are most prevalent in their area. Toxin Trends is free and easy to use, and we hope people find it valuable. Information is power, and we want to empower pet owners to be aware of what toxins are a potential threat to their pets in their area . . . or areas where travel is planned . . . “ – Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT
Also see: Household hazards. AVMA. Link. Every home contains a variety of everyday items and substances that can be dangerous or even fatal if ingested by dogs and cats. Here are some of the most common health hazards found in many pet-owning households.