March 15-21 is National Poison Prevention Week

Roscoe Village Animal Hospital, in their latest e-news letter listed things to watch out for when you "pet proof" your home.  They also suggest that you contact the ASPCA Poison Control Center at 1-866-426-4435 if you think your pet may have been poisoned.  Also contact your local veterinarian.

Hazards in the Home
Foods:
-Avocado
-Chocolate
-Coffee
-Macadamia Nuts
-Raisins & grapes
-Yeast Dough
-Onions & onion powder
-Alcoholic beverages
-Products sweetened with xylitol (ex. gum)

Medications:
-Aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen
-Cold & flu medicines (pseudophedrine)
-Antidepressants & anti-cancer drugs
-Diet pills

**human medications can be potentially lethal, even in small doses.**

Other household items:
-Antifreeze, coolant
-Ice melting products & salts
-Insect & Rodent products & baits
-Fabric softener sheets, detergent
-Cleaning products & disinfectants
-Cocoa bean mulch fertilizer & moldy compost
-Batteries
-Post 1982 pennies (due to high concentration of zinc)
-Citronella candles

Many common plants:
-Tulips
-Lillies
-Morning Glory
-Ferns
-Hydrangea
-Aloe

For a complete list of products and for more information, please visit www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control.http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/