Pet Health Warnings

Welcome to our Pet Health Warnings webpage dedicated to pertinent pet health information that may be pressing or seasonally sensitive.

Common Pet Health Warnings

Foods Dangerous to Dogs and Cats
Pet Food Recalls and Warnings
Plants Poisonous To Cats And Dogs (Toxic Plants)
Chemicals Dangerous to Dogs and Cats
Insecticides: Flea and tick treatments including sprays, bait stations, and spot on
Rodenticides: Rat and mouse and poison
NSAIDS human drugs: Naproxen (Aleve), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
Acetaminophen human drugs: Tylenol and OTC cough/cold medications
Household Cleaners: Sprays, detergents, polishes
Antidepressant Human Drugs: Prozac, Celexa, Paxil and Effexor
Fertilizers: Iron-based products, bone meal and blood meal
Amphetamine Human Drugs: ADD/ADHD medications like Adderall and Concerta
Veterinary pain relievers – specifically COX-2 inhibitors like Rimadyl, Dermaxx and Previcox
Essential Oils Can Be Toxic: These oils are volatile compounds, which means they can be potentially toxic to pets

The Top Ten Breeds Accounting For The Most Calls To Pet Poison Helpline

Beagle
Boxer
Chihuahua
Dachshund
German Shepherd
Golden Retriever:
Labrador Retriever (Labrador)
Mixed breed
Shih Tzu
Yorkshire Terrier

If you suspect poisoning in your pet, immediately call our veterinarians at PPHC or contact the Pet Poison Helpline at 1-800-213-6680. Pet Poison Helpline is the most cost-effective animal poison control center in North America charging, only $39 per call, including unlimited follow-up consultations.

Seasonal Pet Health Warnings

Seasonal Pet Health Warnings are provided as a reminder to owners that different seasons can bring health hazards for your pets.

Summer Pet Health Warnings

This is the time of the year when life threatening heat exposure and heat stroke happen commonly. Foot care for your pets is also a concern during the hot weather. Your dog’s paws can really take a beating. Water intake regulation is important for your cat. And watch out for skunks during the summer. Read more about these summer hazards for pets:

Fall Pet Health Warnings

Seasonal changes associated with fall can bring health hazards for your pets. Labor Day for pets and the “end” of summer festivities bring health hazards that affect your dogs and cats.

Plants Poisonous To Cats And Dogs

Plants poisonous to cats and dogs should not be kept around your home for the safety of your pets. Dogs and cats don’t usually know what things make them sick, so their curious nature occasionally gets the best of them. Some houseplants and outdoor plants can be dangerous for dogs—even deadly—so make sure you know before you grow. Learn more about Plants Poisonous To Cats And Dogs.

If you would like to learn more about the Plantation Pet Health Center, please call 972-731-0001 to schedule an appointment or complete an Online Appointment Request.