Toxic Ingestion/Poison and Veterinary Care from a Veterinarian Near You in Pleasanton, CA

Do you believe your dog or cat ate something toxic? Knowing how to handle these situations is important for your pet’s well-being and safety!

Are you looking for a veterinary clinic for emergency care? At Santa Rita Animal Care Clinic in Pleasanton, CA, we offer this kind of service. We’ll explore some items that can be poisonous to pets — and let you know when to see our veterinarian near you!

What Are Some Common Items that Are Toxic for Pets?

You might be surprised at which things around your home are harmful to pets. Some of these include:

●          Certain foods, like chocolate, raisins, and onions

●          Gardening supplies, like weed killers

●          Some flowers and plants, like lilies and aloe vera

●          Some medications for people

What Should I Do If My Pet Ate Something Poisonous?

You might not know for sure — but it’s important to get help as soon as you can! For smaller pets, like toy breeds and cats, some toxins are more dangerous — even in smaller amounts. Give our office a call for instructions on how to help your pet and when to bring them in.

Watch for signs of poisoning, such as:

●          Excessive drooling

●          Diarrhea

●          Seizures

●          Vomiting

●          Blood in stool

●          Appetite loss

●          Lethargy

If your pet’s showing possible signs of toxic ingestion, they need emergency care!

When to Visit Us for Immediate Care

If you think your pet consumed something dangerous, call us right away. We’ll ask for details on what you believe they swallowed and what kinds of symptoms they’re having.

What Can I Do to Reduce the Risk of Toxic Ingestion?

It’s not always easy to completely prevent this from happening. But you can do a few things around the house to keep your pets safe, such as:

●          Keep dangerous foods out of your pet’s reach

●          Empty garbage cans that pets might get into

●          Supervise pets while they’re in the yard

●          Don’t keep toxic flowers and/or plants around

Get Veterinary Care and Emergency and Safety Advice from a Veterinarian Near You

Has your pet swallowed something they shouldn’t have? We’re here to help! Call Santa Rita Animal Care Clinic in Pleasanton, CA, for immediate assistance. Call us at (925) 398-3939 for veterinary care and emergency and safety advice from a veterinarian near you.