Your Dog Ate What?! A Pet Parent’s Guide to Hidden Hazards in the Kitchen and Medicine Cabinet
OCT 22, 202537 MIN
Your Dog Ate What?! A Pet Parent’s Guide to Hidden Hazards in the Kitchen and Medicine Cabinet
OCT 22, 202537 MIN
Description
From chocolate and xylitol to ibuprofen and antidepressants, some of the most dangerous toxins for pets are hiding in plain sight—our kitchens and medicine cabinets. In this episode, hosts Dr. Stephanie Clark and Jordan Tyler wrap up their three-part toxicities series with insights from Dr. Katy Miller, DVM, Dr. Tina Wismer of the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, and Dr. Renee Schmid of Pet Poison Helpline. Join us as we uncover the everyday foods, supplements, and medications that can turn deadly for pets and share practical prevention tips every pet parent should know. Helpful Links🎧 Check out our other two episodes about:Fragrance-related pet toxicities: https://bsmpartners.net/barking-mad-podcast/scented-suspects-pet-safety-in-a-fragrant-worldRisky cleaning products, houseplants, and lawn and garden care items for pets: https://bsmpartners.net/barking-mad-podcast/the-dirty-truth-pet-safety-hazards-hiding-in-your-homes-and-gardens🌐 Learn more about:ASPCA Pet Poison Control: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/aspca-poison-controlPet Poison Helpline: https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/☎️ ASPCA Pet Poison Control Phone Number: (888) 426-4435☎️ Pet Poison Helpline Phone Number: (855) 764-7661☣️ The Top 10 Pet Toxins of 2024: https://www.aspca.org/news/official-top-10-toxins-2024 Show Notes00:20 – Inside the Episode02:52 – Introducing Today’s Experts03:32 – Common Food Toxicities in Pets05:33 – Marijuana, Rodenticides, and Vitamin D310:20 – Xylitol: The Sugar-Free Killer12:29 – Where Xylitol Hides13:52 – The Surprising Dangers of Onions and Garlic16:42 – More Hidden Food Threats22:27 – From Pantry to Pharmacy26:54 – When Antidepressants Attract Cats29:25 – Flavored Veterinary Medications: Too Tasty for Their Own Good?30:29 – Lethal Prescriptions and Topicals31:23 – Medication Safety 10133:56 – Today’s Key Takeaways