Category Archives: holidays
Happy Easter!
Happy Easter! Remember that the tasty chocolate treats we love so much on this holiday can be toxic to your pets. In general, avoid feeding any chocolate to your pet but if they do get into it—how much is too much? Here is a tip to live by: the darker and more bitter the chocolate, the more toxicity risk. With milk chocolate more than 0.5 ounces per pound and with dark chocolate more than 0.1 ounces per pound can result in toxicity. Mild signs of toxicity include vomiting and diarrhea while more severe signs include heart arrhythmias, tremors, seizures even collapse. Contact your veterinarian if you are concerned about chocolate ingestion with your pet! Dr. Sarah Myers, Willow Animal Hospital
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Be Careful of the Bones
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and you’re bound to get your pets’ attention with the wonderful turkey aroma. Generally speaking, baked bones are not recommended to give as treats to pets, and so the consumption of turkey bones, even if it’s “accidental” when your back is turned, can be cause for concern. Be mindful of where your pets are, and where you put your garbage so the carcass is out of reach. If you suspect that your pet has gotten into some turkey bones, call your vet. (photo: baringvetblog.com)
