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Journal Scan: Xylitol ingestion in dogs—a retrospective evaluation of the...

Hospitalization and continued monitoring are recommended, even if a patient presents as euglycemic after ingestion.read more

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Flint water crisis threatens residents and their pets

Michigan state veterinarian provides information, resources to pet owners concerned about the effects of lead-tainted water on their animals.read more

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Dangerous beauty: Oleander toxicosis in dogs, horses and more

A current case of intentional poisoning with this deadly plant sparks the question: Can you spot the signs and save the patient?read more

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The top 5 indoor and outdoor plants that are toxic to pets

Help veterinary clients keep their furry friends safe with these handouts of common indoor and outdoor plants that can be toxic to pets.read more

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Four dogs in Flint test positive for toxic lead levels

Out of 300 dogs tested, several are found to have high or significant levels of toxin.read more

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UC Davis equine veterinarians warn of Pistacia poisonings

Leaves and seeds of pistachio-related genus can cause hemolytic anemia, death in horses.read more

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Marijuana ... bingo!

While fielding calls to help save pets from drug-stash ingestion accidents and allergic reactions, the veterinary team at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center keeps up morale and mood with some...

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Elementary, my dear veterinary toxicologist

Dr. Tim Evans gives some fundamental toxicology tips and tricks to help out when it comes to finding the source in small animal intoxications and possible malicious poisonings.read more

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Interactive feature: Top 5 trees poisonous to large animals

Do you know the clinical signs of these tree-related toxicoses and how to help affected patients?read more

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Don't deck the stalls with these holiday hazards

Bad holiday décor choices by equine owners can truly become a matter of life or death. (It's nothing to horse around with.)read more

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Acetaminophen toxicosis in cats: a CVC doodle

Expert Ralph Harvey, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVA, shares his awesome advice for handling a case of a cat with acetaminophen toxicosis.read more

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Your step-by-step guide to treat a poisoned pet

A golden retriever that ate a chocolate bar or a cat that was splashed with paint is presented to your clinic for evaluation. Do you know what to do?read more

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Client handout: Top 10 human medications poisonous to pets

This information for your veterinary clients is truly a life-saver!read more

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Veterinary neurology alert: Bromethalin toxicosis on the rise in pets

EPA shift away from anticoagulant rodenticides means increased exposure to neurotoxin with no known antidote.read more

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What can therapeutic drug monitoring do for you?

For starters, it can make you a veterinary detective/fortune teller/superhero who practices better medicine while making more money. read more

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Pets and pot: Highlights on therapeutic marijuana and cannabinoids

States have begun legalizing medical marijuana for human patients—will pets see the benefits as well?read more

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Essential oils for fleas and ticks? Not so fast

Veterinary toxicologist lays out the facts on "natural" parasite prevention products.read more

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Client handout: Don’t use your dog’s flea and tick medication on your cat!

Sharing isn’t always caring—especially when it can harm your patients that purr. Educate your veterinary clients on the dangers posed by permethrin with this free handout.read more

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The usual suspects: Top 10 toxins poisonous to pets

These bad-boys of the toxicology world are dangerous to pets. Here’s how to handle these cases.read more

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Client handout: Large animals should “leaf” these trees alone

These trees are no good for large animals. Offer clients this handout and tell them to call you if they suspect ingestion of branches, bark or leaves.read more

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