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Many mushrooms are toxic and can cause serious or even life-threatening illness. The severity of illness depends on the type and number of mushrooms ingested. Since mushrooms are difficult to identify, it is best to discourage your pet from eating any mushrooms growing in the wild. Prompt treatment is critical.
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Penetrating wounds can look minor on the surface but may cause severe injury below the skin. A thorough assessment requires sedation or anesthesia and surgery may be required to address the extent of the injury. This handout outlines first aid steps a pet owner can take while transporting their injured pet to the veterinary hospital.
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Sago palms are pretty plants, but beware - they are highly toxic to dogs and cats. The popular sago palm enhances outdoor landscapes in warmer areas of the U.S. and serves as indoor decor in many colder climates. All parts of the sago palm are poisonous, but the seeds (nuts) are the most toxic to pets. As with all poisoning cases, early detection and treatment increases the rate of success.
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Summer is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy nature and the warm sunshine, especially with your pet. Pets are inquisitive and love to investigate their surroundings. Unfortunately, this trait can lead pets down the path of injury and illness. The following information will help you to avoid many summer dangers that can affect your pet.
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Pets with temperatures above 104°F (40.0°C) or below 99°F (37.2°C) need immediate veterinary care. Temperature can be taken rectally or aurally. If taking your pet's temperature is too difficult, take your pet to your veterinarian. If your pet's temperature remains high or low, take them to your veterinarian.
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Telehealth is a broad term that refers to the use of telecommunications to provide health-related services. Telehealth services can be delivered by a variety of methods including telephone, text messaging, internet chat, and videoconferencing. Telehealth, including teletriage and telemedicine, can supplement in-person care and can provide a safe and practical method of receiving some veterinary care during times of physical or social distancing.
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If a dog ingests a potentially poisonous amount of CBD or THC, treatment may involve induction of vomiting followed by administration of activated charcoal, if the pet is not showing signs. Pets with moderate gastrointestinal signs of CBD poisoning are treated with anti-nausea and anti-diarrheal medications; hospitalization is not usually required.
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Pets and people need some zinc in their diets. However, too much zinc can cause serious health problems. The amount of zinc required to cause poisoning depends upon the pet’s size, the form of zinc ingested, and how much was ingested. Some forms of zinc are more readily absorbed than others.
