meds
Normal doses of what drug can cause blindness in cats?
Baytril aka Enrofloxacin
Tartaric acid is speculated to be the toxic component. Since dogs are not able to process tartaric acid, exposure to __________ can lead to kidney damage.
grapes & raisins
_______ can cause weakness, incoordination, depression, vomiting, tremors and hyperthermia in dogs. Symptoms usually appear within 12 hours of ingestion, with recovery expected within 24-72 hours
Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, incoordination, depression, vomiting, tremors and hyperthermia in dogs. Symptoms usually appear within 12 hours of ingestion, with recovery expected within 24-72 hours.
_______is used as a sweetener in many products, including gum, candy, baked goods and toothpaste.
Xylitol can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and potentially liver damage depending on the amount ingested. Initial signs of toxicosis include vomiting, lethargy and loss of coordination, which can progress to seizures. Liver damage can occur within 12-24 hours, which can also cause secondary issues with abnormal bleeding.
Stems, leaves, seeds contain cyanide, particularly toxic in the process of wilting: brick red mucous membranes, dilated pupils, difficulty breathing, panting, shock.
Apricot
antifreeze.
Causes irreparable kidney damage by the formation of massive kidney stones that prevent urination.
A single dose of this NSAID can will cause renal failure
Acetaminophen
_______is primarily a problem for birds, rabbits, donkeys, horses and ruminants including sheep and goats. The biggest concern is for cardiovascular damage and death in birds and rabbits. Horses, donkeys and ruminants can develop swelling of the head/neck in addition to cardiac concerns.
Avocado
____contain high amounts of oils and fats. These fats can cause vomiting and diarrhea, and potentially pancreatitis in some pets.
almonds, pecans and walnuts
_________ intake can produce increased thirst and urination, and sometimes abnormal electrolytes in the blood depending on the amount ingested. Signs of salt toxicity can include vomiting, diarrhea, depression, tremors, seizures and even death.
Excessive salt
Insoluble calcium oxalates
Clinical Signs: Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing
Alocasia (house plant)
used to power your watch or small electronics
- burns through intestines causing irreparable damage if not removed immediately after ingestion. Emergency
Every cat owners worst floral enemy. All parts of the plant cause kidney failure.
Lillies
The stems, leaves, peels, fruit and seeds of _________contain varying amounts of citric acid and essential oils that can cause irritation and possibly even depression if ingested in significant quantities. Small ingestions, such as eating the fruit, are not likely to present problems beyond minor stomach upset.
Citrus
When ingested in small amounts, ___________ products are not likely to cause serious harm to your pet.
coconut and coconut-based products
the flesh and milk of fresh coconuts do contain oils that may cause stomach upset, loose stools and diarrhea.
_____ &_______can contain bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli that can be harmful to pets and humans alike.
Raw meat and raw eggs
Raw eggs contain an enzyme that can interfere with absorption of certain vitamins, leading to skin/coat problems. Feeding your pet raw bones may seem like a natural and healthy option that might occur if your pet lived in the wild, however, this can be dangerous for a domestic pet. Dogs/cats might sustain injury or obstruction to the gastrointestinal tract when ingesting bones, which could be serious and require surgery.
_____ contains Cycasin
Clinical Signs: Vomiting, melena, icterus, increased thirst, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, bruising, coagulopathy, liver damage, liver failure, death.
Sago Palm (houseplant)
_________ can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain/cramps, diarrhea and hallucinations. Some can cause liver/kidney failure and death, others can result in agitation and seizures.
Poisonous wild mushrooms
Symptoms may occur within 30 minutes to 24 hours after ingestion depending on the type and amount of poisonous mushroom consumed.
Grandma's aspercreme
baclofen, flurbiprofen, diclofenac, ketamine, lidocaine, dibucaine, 5-fluorouracil, calcipotriene as well as others. In some cases, small exposures (such as a pet licking the owner’s skin after recent application of the product) have resulted in severe clinical health and gastrointestinal issues.
members of the Allium species of vegetables. Allium species can cause gastrointestinal irritation and red blood cell damage, which can lead to anemia (low red blood cells). Although cats are more susceptible, dogs are also at risk depending on the amount ingested.
Garlic, Chives, Onion
Symptoms of ________ in dogs include lethargy, bleeding from gums, black tarry stools, pale gums and nose bleeds.
rodenticide ingestion
______, _____, _______ are similar in that their toxicity concerns stem from their methylxanthine concentrations (a group of compounds found in these products).
Chocolate, coffee, and caffeine (THEOBROMINE)
When ingested by pets, methylxanthines can cause vomiting and diarrhea, panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures and even death.
Toxic Principles: Colchicine and other alkaloids
Clinical Signs: Bloody vomiting, diarrhea, shock, multi-organ damage, bone marrow suppression
Autumn Crocus (outdoor plant in the PNW)
They are highly toxic to dogs and cats and can even cause serious poisoning from skin exposure. Signs of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhea, hypersalivation, muscle tremors and seizures.(SLUD)
Organophosphate pesticides
human mosquito repellent
Certain mosquito repellents that are made for human beings contain DEET (N, N-diethyl-meta-toluamide). The use of DEET on pets is not recommended, as dogs and cats are very sensitive to it and may develop neurological problems (such as tremors, seizures and death) if the product is used on them.
__________________ cause vomiting, diarrhea, incoordination, depression, difficulty breathing, tremors, changes in blood pH, coma and even death. _______ is rapidly absorbed after ingestion, so it’s important to take prompt action in seeking veterinary attention if your pet has had exposure.
Alcoholic beverages and food products containing alcohol (Kombucha, yeast dough)
_________ can rise and cause gas to accumulate in your pet’s digestive system. This can be painful and cause the stomach to bloat, and potentially twist, becoming a life-threatening emergency. The _______ also produces alcohol as a by-product in the stomach environment once ingested.
Yeast dough
variety of products used as a natural alternative to perfumes
Cats are especially sensitive to essential oils, and effects such as gastrointestinal upset, central nervous system depression and even liver damage could occur if ingested in significant quantities. Inhalation of the oils could lead to aspiration pneumonia. Tea Tree, eucalyptus, and lavender in high quantities. Due to the variety and potency, it is not recommended to use them around your cats.
Your cat’s liver is very inefficient at processing ________ which causes it to build up, leading to poisoning or toxicity.
If your cat’s symptoms are not treated, this toxicity may lead to seizures and death within a few hours. Permethrin toxicity may also occur in dogs, but it is rare and typically only at very high doses.
Pyrethrin flea and tick meds