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Keep Your Pets Safe this Holiday Season By Avoiding These Things!

December 23, 2015

The holidays are here! This means plenty of delicious foods, colorful decorations, gifts, and hearty laughs with our family members, including our beloved pets. This also means that our pets may be at a heightened risk of exposure to certain seasonal objects that are toxic to dogs and cats. Below is a list of things, arranged according to level of toxicity, that can be harmful to your pets. Print this list out and smack it on your refrigerator, share with friends on social media, and read it a few times so you know what your pet needs to avoid to be safe and happy this holiday season:

Low Toxicity to Pets:

  1. Ponsettia leaves and stems
  2. Balsam/Pine
  3. Christmas Tree Preservatives
  4. Snow Ornaments
  5. Super Glue
  6. Styrofoam
  7. Icicle paints

Moderate Toxicity to Pets:

  1. Fireplace colors and salts
  2. Plastic model holly berries and leaves
  3. Bubbling lights in snow scenes ( May contain Salmonella)
  4. Alcoholic Beverages
  5. Chocolate (Especally Dark- more toxic than Milk)

High Toxicity to Pets:

  1. Antifreeze ( Even a tiny amount can be rapidly fatal to pets)
  2. MistleToe ( Especially the berries)
  3. Expoxy Adhesives

Keep in mind that even a "low toxicity" item can cause serious issues in your pets if the dose is high enough. If your pet is exposed or if you think your pet may have been exposed to any of the above mentioned items, always call your veterinarian ASAP!

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