Keeping Fido Safe: Household Pet Toxins

Keeping Fido Safe: Household Pet Toxins Antifreeze Deicing Salt The sweet taste and smell can attract Use caution when you take your pets out for a walk in the winter your pets Even small quantities can be fatal to pets Salt used to melt ice and snow irritates paws and may be poisonous if licked if consumed Use antifreeze with Wash off your pets' propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol paws, or use pet boots to protect their feet Medications Household Plants Keep all human medications away from pets They may look nice around your home, but can be dangerous for your pets Pain killers, antidepressants, vitamins, and diet pills can all harm your pets Keep plants out of your pets' reach Toxic plants include azalea, lilies, mistletoe, Be sure to find any and rhododendron pills you drop before your pets do Human Food Many foods that are safe for people can be hazardous to pets Dangerous foods for pets include: Chocolate Onion Avocado Alcohol Grapes and raisins Macadamia nuts Xylitol, an artificial sweetener Bread dough And more Provided by: www.drdavesboardinggrooming.com Sources: http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/com- mon_household_dangers_pets.html http://www.cesarsway.com/dog-care/dog-health/House- hold-items-that-could-harm-your-dog RX