What some don’t realize is that many of the products we use in
our cleaning spree can actually be poisonous to pets. With National Poison
Prevention Week beginning March 20, Dr. Denise
Petryk, on-staff veterinarian at Trupanion, provides
insight in to the most common pet poisons and how to keep your four-legged
family members out of harm’s way.
--Household cleaning products: Soaps, bleach,
detergents, specialized cleaners and even sponges can harm a pet by irritating
the skin or eyes, as well as damaging and blocking the gastrointestinal
system.
--Plants: Tulips, Daffodils, Foxglove and Azaleas are
all plants that can cause symptoms such as vomiting, drooling and even kidney
damage when ingested by pets. Lilies are especially toxic to cats – and
popular around Easter time— and can cause kidney problems, while the Sago
Palm plant causes health problems such as vomiting, diarrhea and liver failure in dogs.
--Fertilizers: The nitrogen, phosphorus,
potassium, iron, zinc and herbicides that supplement plant growth can cause
severe symptoms in pets, such as difficulty breathing, vomiting, diarrhea and
intestinal blockage.
--Yard tools: Rakes, shrub sheers and even shovels can
be deadly for curious pets if they’re not stored properly.
--Pest control substances:
Rodenticides and other poisons such as slug bait are toxic to all animals, so
owners should take special care to keep their pet away.
Trupanion has paid over 8,000 in toxicity claims for a total of
over $2.9 million since 2013. With a little bit of planning, you can keep
spring-cleaning safe for the entire family.
Information: www.trupanion.com.
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