"In memory of Rev’ed Up 911 Turbo “Pooh” who ingested an amanita type mushroom and
died of liver failure in June 2009. Within 72-hours he went from happy and joy
filled to arresting in intensive care despite the heroic efforts of Dr. Rachel
Kelly and Dr. Reems a critical care Veterinarian at Florida Veterinary
Specialists. Both a blood transfusion and plasma could not save his life." - Angelica Steinker
Common Things Toxic to Animals
- Chocolate – dark chocolate is the most dangerous as it contains the most
cocoa which is the ingredient that is dangerous to animals. Macadamia
nuts are also toxic to animals.
- Grapes – grapes contains a toxin that can cause kidney failure.
Raisins are equally dangerous. Onions in general are toxic to animals.
- Xylitol sweetner – in gum and candy – which can also destroy a animal’s
liver. This substance is highly toxic even in small quantities. It is
suggested to not purchase or store any gum or candy with xylitol if you
own an animal.
- Poisonous mushrooms – pictured below is the type of mushroom that
killed Turbo. Also many plants are poisonous to animals.
- Bufo toads -- pictured below. If your animal has contact with a toad,
flush his month out being sure that the water runs out of his mouth
NOT to the back of his throat.
- Poisonous snakes – most emergency clinics store anti-venom rush your
animal to the vet as soon as possible if he has been bitten by a snake.
More Things Toxic to Animals
Animals
- Bees, walking sticks
- Certain lizards and snakes
- Fire ants
- Spiders
- Wasps
Household Substances
- Ammonia products
- Animal and plant poisons
- Antifreeze
- Antiperspirants
- Bar soap
- Bath oils
- Brake fluid
- Carburetor cleaners
- Caulking compounds
- Coal and wood tar derivatives
- Detergents
- Deodorants
- Diaper ointment
- Engine cleaners/frost removers
- Eye makeup
- Fabric softeners
- Gasoline
- Hair products
- Lacquer thinners
- Laxatives
- Liniments
- Lubricants
- Moth Balls
- Nail cosmetics
- Oil paints
- Ointments
- Paint and varnish
- Perfumes
- Phenol disinfectants
- Photographic chemicals
- Pine oil disinfectants
- Radiator cleaners
- Shaving lotions
- Suntan lotions – zink ointment
- Tire repair products
- Turpentine
- Windshield washer fluid
- Wood preservatives
Medicines
- Acetaminophen
- Athlete’s foot remedies
- Aspirin
- Corn removers
- Citrus oils and pennyroyal
- Diet pills
- Iodoform
- Medicated products for dogs
- Sleeping pills
- Many medications that are safe for humans are toxic to animals
Some Poisonous Plants
- Azalea
- Bird of paradise
- Carnation
- Chrysanthemum
- Crocus
- Daffodil
- Deadly Nightshade
- Diffembachia
- Fox glove
- Holly
- Lilly, various species
- Marijuana
- Mistletoe
- Oleander
- Poinsettia
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Poison Sumac
- Rhubarb
- Sago palm seeds
- Tobacco
- Tomato Leaves
- Umbrella Plant
Other
Thank you to Dr. Rachel Kelly for the assistance
in providing medical information for this flyer.
Animal Poison Helpline: 800-213-6680
Courteousy of CourteousCanine.com