All pesticide labels include directions for how to properly use the product. Because regulations (and labels) change over time, it is important that label directions are always followed. Labels must also carry warnings against use on unapproved species or under u
Hazardous chemicals—such as products containing alcohols, bleaches, or corrosives—often found in the home can be sources of poisoning in pets. It can be difficult to determine the specific chemical consumed and the amount swallowed. Often a diagnosis must be base
Herbicides are used routinely for weed control. Most herbicides are quite selective for specific plants and are not as poisonous for animals. Less selective compounds, such as arsenicals, chlorates, and dinitrophenols, are more toxic to animals. Most toxicity pro
A class of organic chemical compounds called halogenated aromatics includes polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB), polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), naphthalenes, benzenes, and diphenyl ethers (PCDE, PBDE), as well as a number of pesticides such as DDT (
Gossypol poisoning is usually longterm, cumulative, and slowly and subtly harmful. It is caused by eating cottonseed or cottonseed products that contain excess gossypol.
Typically, pyrrolizidine alkaloidosis is a longterm poisoning that results in liver failure. It is caused by many toxic plants, most commonly of the genera Seneci
If your pet has been exposed to illicit or abused drugs, it is important that you provide an accurate and complete history to your veterinarian. This information is critical for your veterinarian to be able to make an accurate diagnosis and provide appropriate treatment. Illicit drugs are often adulterated with other pharmacologicall
Pets commonly ingest prescription medications from countertops, pill minders, mail-order packages, or other sources. Safety data for human prescription drugs in certain animal species may not be available, because most are not approved for veterinary use. A valid
Safety of most over-the-counter human drugs or nutritional supplements has not been determined in animals; however, some are known to cause toxicity. Be sure to discuss the potential risks of using over-the-counter medications with your veterinarian before intentionally giving them to your pet. Store all medicines where your pet cann