If you have a pet, it is likely you consider them to be a member of the family. We protect our human loved ones from danger, so it makes sense that we want to prevent any harm from coming to our animal loved ones as well. Take a look around your home to make sure that you are taking the right steps to help protect your pets.
Poisons – For cats and dogs, rodent poisons and insecticides are the most common source of poisoning. However, there are many others to keep in mind, including (but not limited to):
- Human medications – many can be toxic to your pet, such as ibuprofen, cold medicine and vitamins
- Antifreeze with ethylene glycol – this has a sweet taste and attracts animals, but can be deadly
- Certain plants – Lilies, mistletoe, azalea and hibiscus are just a few of the plants that can be harmful to your pet. For a more complete list, visit the Humane Society list
- Birds are particularly sensitive to many household fumes, such as aerosol sprays, self-cleaning ovens and certain types of overheated cookware
- Open windows – cats have poor depth perception and can fall from an upper floor window, causing injury or even death. Open windows are also an easy escape route for a loose bird
- Keep an eye out – when you’re gardening, in the car, having a guest over, cleaning the house or doing any other activity, keep tabs on your pets
- Keep the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center hotline number near your phone (888-426-4435). It is available on a fee basis
- Keep your vet’s phone numbers (regular and after hours) handy as well
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