Be Aware: Protect Pets from Poisonous Foods and Other Toxins
By Carol Weemes, Arlington Animal Services
Posted on March 02, 2020, March 02, 2020

In March, during Poison Awareness Month and Poison Prevention Week (March 15-21, 2020) take time to learn more about dangers that may be within licking distance of your pet.

Certain foods are toxic to pets. Being aware of foods, plants and other substances that can harm your beloved furry friend may save his or her life.

In March, during Poison Awareness Month and Poison Prevention Week (March 15-21, 2020) take time to learn more about dangers that may be within licking distance of your pet.

The ASPCA offers great information to help:

People Foods Pets Should Never Eat
The Two Most Common St. Patrick’s Day Toxins
Top 5 Easter Toxins
Don’t DEET That Dog!
Animal Poison Control

The ASCPA has an Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) hotline available 24/7 for animal poison-related emergencies, at 888-426-4435. A consultation fee may apply. Get additional APCC information here.

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