01 Nov Happy Halloween
Happy Halloween! Did you know that some toxins our pets may encounter today could be just as scary as your costume? Keep your pet safe by making sure you’re familiar with these common Halloween dangers.
Chocolate – One of the most common calls we receive! The darker the chocolate the more harmful it will be to your pet. Ingestion might lead to a fast and irregular heart- beat, changes to blood pressure and excitability.
Xylitol – Sugarless lollies, chewing gum and baked treats may contain the sweetener xylitol that causes low blood sugar (due to insulin release) and liver damage in dogs.
Grapes, sultanas, and raisins – Can cause kidney failure in dogs. Be mindful that grape products can be ‘hidden’ in baked goods like breads and muffins.
Glow-sticks – Popular with trick-or-treaters, some pets (especially cats) chew on them, releasing the bitter material inside which is an irritant that can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
If you have any pet poison ‘scares’ today, please phone us on 1300 869 738 (AU) or 0800 869 738 (NZ) immediately for advice. You can also visit animalpoisons.com.au/stay-up-to-date to subscribe to our mailing list and receive updates and alerts directly to your inbox.
The Animal Poisons Helpline is a registered animal charity and is the only free animal poisons centre in the world. The continuity of the service relies on the support of generous pet owners like yourself. If you feel that this service is a valuable to Australian and New Zealand pet owners, please support it today by leaving a small gift at animalpoisons.com.au/supportus. All donations assist and are very much appreciated.