ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center for Owners: Recent Episodes
Dr. Tina Wismer
We are your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24/7/365. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435.
This episode covers our winter hazards - from Christmas and Haunaka to St. Patrick's Day!
Decontamination after an exposure to a toxin may be the first step you think of when your pet gets into something it shouldn't; however, in some instances this is the LAST thing that should be done.
Listen in as the ASPCA's Jeffery Backus discusses the ins and outs of decontamination.
In this episode, Jeff Backus reviews common summer hazards and the signs we would expect to develop once our pets have been exposed to these toxins.
The weather is warming up, flowers are emerging, and we are all starting to venture out to enjoy the great outdoors. This is the perfect time to discuss some tox concerns that are unique to the spring season!
At the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center we receive thousands of calls about human foods that were ingested by pets. We know there are many foods that are toxic to our animal friends, but what foods ARE SAFE? This podcast covers some fruits and vegetables that are generally considered safe.
Each year the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center compiles its data and releases the top 10 categories of toxins that pets encounter each year. Here is a countdown to our Top Ten Toxins of 2022!
In this episode, Jeff Backus sits down with Dr. AJ Jeffers to talk about myths in toxicology.
Make sure to subscribe to our channel to stay up-to-date, and check out more information on animal toxins at www.aspca.org/poison.
In this episode, Jill Peisker sits down with Dr. Tina Wismer to talk about summer pet toxins and how to prevent a pet poisoning. For more information on keeping your summer garden safe for pets, check out our blog post here.
Make sure to subscribe to our channel to stay up-to-date, and check out more information on animal toxins at www.aspca.org/poison.
In this episode, Jill Peisker sits down with Dr. Tina Wismer to talk about the huge increase in calls we've seen related to marijuana, what the signs and symptoms are of those exposures, and how to keep your animals safe. For more information visit our blog post about marijuana and dogs here.
Make sure to subscribe to our channel to stay up-to-date, and check out more information on animal toxins at www.aspca.org/poison. We also have an app, which you can find on the Apple and Google Play stores, that details common and not-so-common toxins for dogs, cats, birds, and horses.
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In this episode, Jill Peisker sits down with Dr. Tina Wismer to talk about how to keep your garden safe for your furry friends. Make sure to subscribe to our channel to stay up-to-date, and check out more information on animal toxins at www.aspca.org/poison. We also have an app, which you can find on the Apple and Google Play stores, that details common and not-so-common toxins for dogs, cats, birds, and horses. Like us on Facebook
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In the third and final installment of our Holiday Hazards series, and our last podcast of 2018, Jill Peisker and Dr. Kirsten Waratuke discuss potential pet poison dangers for New Years. Don't miss this in-depth look into everything from crafts to illicit drugs that may cause issues for your pets.
As we close out 2018, we want to make sure to thank you for listening, and look forward to an exciting year ahead.
Tune in as Jill Peisker and Dr. Kirsten Waratuke discuss some Holiday Hazards in part one of this three part series.
During this podcast, we will be discussing disposable fly traps and the concerns surrounding them if they are ingested by our pets.
The most common misconception about chocolate is that if your pet eats any chocolate he is going to die. What is a dose of concern for chocolate? Find out in our podcast that discusses chocolate and when you need to worry about this substance.
In this podcast, we discuss what potential poison dangers may be lurking around a pool and how to best keep your pets safe.
Many of us enjoy growing our own fruits and vegetables in the summer. Unfortunately, several of these plants can be harmful to pets. In this podcast, we will discuss which plants we should be careful to keep away from our pets, and which ones can be potentially toxic.
Is sunscreen safe to use on your pets? In this podcast we will discuss whether or not it’s safe to use on sunscreen on your pets.
In today’s podcast we will discuss how to properly apply flea and tick products to your pets.
In this podcast, we’ll talk about your everyday cough drop and the dangers they can pose to your pets if ingested.
Over-the-counter medications were the number one cause for animal poison cases in 2015. We had more than 28,500 reported cases that year. In this podcast, we’ll talk about human medication and the dangers they can pose to your pets if ingested.
Yes, poinsettias are one of the most commonly seen plants during this time of year. However, the plant can get a bad rep from old rumors that seem to never go away. Let’s take a deeper look at the poinsettia plant to determine whether or not this is something we really need to be concerned about.
In today’s podcast we will be talking about the dangers the Thanksgiving holiday can pose to your pets and how to keep them safe during the holidays.
Most people know that chocolate is bad for their pets, but what does that mean? What would happen if your pet ate a bar of chocolate when you weren't looking? Would your pet get sick? Do you need to take them to the vet? In this podcast, we’ll talk about misconceptions about chocolate and pets.
This podcast is the second in a two part series on backyard chickens. As previously mentioned, the rise in popularity of organic “farm to table” eating, has certainly influenced the rise in the number of backyard chickens.
In today’s segment, we will review some plants that are harmful to chickens, as well as discuss heavy metal toxicities, such as lead poisoning. Preventing access to these toxins will also help to protect families that consume the eggs or meat.
The rise in popularity of organic “farm to table” eating, has certainly influenced the rise in the number of backyard chickens. And backyard chickens provide an array of benefits to their caretakers.
In this podcast, we discuss potential toxins for backyard chickens. In part one, we focus on foods to avoid feeding and risks with rodenticides.
Back to school can be a fun, exciting, but a stressful time in households,especially for our furry children. In this podcast we will talk about back to school safety tips and changes your pets faces as the kids head back to school.
Summertime is in full swing. In this podcast, learn about summer pet poisons, the potential dangers they can pose to your pets, and how to prevent a potential poisoning from occurring. Enjoy a safe and pet friendly summer!
In today’s podcast we will talk about human medication prevention tips and how you can keep your pet safe from poisonous situations. Here are a few ideas on how to minimize the possibility of accidentally exposing your pet to any medications and experiencing a pet poisoning situation.
Most poisonings can be prevented if you know what to look for. Here are some very important poison prevention tips and ways you can keep your pet safe from poisonous situations.
Thereare many varieties of lilies, and some can be more problematic to your petsthan others. Discover which lily species can be a problem, and the potential dangers they can pose for your pets.
Helpful decontamination tips to remember if your pet is exposed to apotentially toxic substance.
In this podcast we’ll talk about xylitol, where this product is found, and the potential danger it can pose to your pets.
In this podcast, we’ll talk about hand warmers and the potential danger these can pose to your pets.
In this podcast, we highlight the dangers of lighter fluid and the potential side effects it can cause if pets are exposed to this substance. Animals are usually exposed to lighter fluids when they lick up the substance, or when they bite the containers. Learn the common side effects, and the most important things to remember during a lighter fluid exposure.