Activated Charcoal
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
In this episode, Dr. A.J. Jeffers from the ASPCA's Animal Poison Control Center explores the history and application of activated charcoal, its potential side effects, and guidelines for safe use. The discussion also covers situations when activated charcoal should be avoided and alternative methods for managing toxin exposures.
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Drugs Used in Toxicology
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
There are many drugs in the veterinary arsenal that can be used to treat potentially poisoned patients. Some of these are commonly found in most veterinary practices, while others may be a little more exotic.
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Baclofen
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
Baclofen is a prescribed muscle relaxer for humans. For small dogs, even one or two pills could potentially be life-threatening. Initially, dogs will salivate and become disoriented and vocal. As signs progress, heartrate may either decrease or increase, arrhythmias may be appreciated, blood pressure drops, they may become comatose, have seizures, and have difficulty breathing. If your patient has ingested baclofen, it is best to assess them immediately as signs can progress very rapidly.
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Insoluble Calcium Oxalate Containing Plants
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
Insoluble calcium oxalate-containing plants are common indoor and outdoor ornamental plants. Learn about typical symptoms and how to help treat a pet exposure.
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Lilies
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
Lilies. They are beautiful, and commonly found in flower boutiques year-round. But, did you know that even a small bite of a lily leaf can cause kidney damage in cats? While many animals can develop signs after ingesting lilies, cats are the only ones sensitive to true lilies. Learn about which lilies are toxic to cats, and symptoms associated with this exposure.
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Onions and Garlic
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
In today’s discussion, we will review garlic and onions, common symptoms when ingested by dogs or cats, and potential treatment options.
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Toxic Spring Plants
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
We can all appreciate the excitement and beauty of finally seeing the spring-blooming plants after a long winter. Unfortunately, many of these plants can be harmful to animals. In this podcast, we will be discussing toxic spring plants and what to be on the lookout for.
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Sunscreen Safety For Pets
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
Is it safe to use sunscreen on pets? Sunscreen season is right around the corner, and with it comes a variety of questions about pets and sunscreen applications. In this podcast, we will discuss sunscreen exposures and what you need to be on the lookout for.
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Garden Pet Safety
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
Many of us enjoy growing our own fruits and vegetables in the summer. Unfortunately, many of these plants can be harmful to pets.
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Methylxanthine Toxicosis
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Vets
Methylxanthines such as theophylline, caffeine, and theobromine, are naturally occurring alkaloids present in many plants that are used to make food and beverage products all over the world. As far as chocolate goes, the darker the chocolate, the higher the concentration. Learn how to treat methylxanthine exposures and what to look for if a patient is exposed to this substance.
info_outlineWe can all appreciate the excitement and beauty of finally seeing the spring-blooming plants after a long winter. Unfortunately, many of these plants can be harmful to animals. In this podcast, we will be discussing toxic spring plants and what to be on the lookout for.