Some Plants Can Be Dangerous
Most people
don't know that many house plants are toxic to their pets. We believe there
should be a bright label on all plants that contain poison, but
unfortunately we are not always that lucky. Houseplants are frequently
ingested by small children and animals. There are things you can do to
prevent this from happening.
*Know the plants in your home and yard.
*Before buying a plant make the store identify and label the
plant.
* Keep plant food and chemicals where your pet (or child) cannot reach them.
* Keep a quick reference guide on the types of toxic plants.
The Plants Listed Below Can Be Toxic
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List compiled by Jeffery D. Rakes
Updated with the assistance of Dr. Jill Richardson
ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center, December 1997
If a poisoning should occur it may be necessary to induce vomiting. Call poison
control and your veterinarian immediately. If it is necessary to induce
vomiting, give one to two teaspoons of hydrogen peroxide orally.
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center http://www.apcc.aspca.org Est. 1978 University of Illinois
(888) 4ANIHELP (426-4435)
$45.00 per case (Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express). The Center
will do as many follow-up calls as necessary in critical cases, and at the
owner’s request will contact their veterinarian. The Center also provides via
fax specific treatment protocols and current literature citations when
indicated.
(900) 443-0000
$45.00 per case charged to the owner’s phone bill. The Center will do as
many follow-up calls as necessary in critical cases, and at the owner’s request
will contact their veterinarian. These follow-up calls can e made by calling
(888) 299-2973.
Kansas State University's Poison Control
Hotline (For Animals Only) - Phone: 785 -523-5679This is a free service for both pet owners and
veterinarians.
CONTACT:
Terrie Canada
Angel-Lite Maltese
Attalla, Al 35954-7273
Email:
TeraC99@aol.com
Ph: 256-538-7408
Updated May 18, 2006