Your home may contain many items that pose serious risks to your pets. Knowing what to keep away from them can prevent emergencies and save lives.

Plants:

1Lilies - Extremely toxic to cats (kidney failure)

2Sago Palm - Fatal to dogs even in small amounts

3Tulips and Daffodils - Bulbs are most toxic

4Azaleas and Rhododendrons - Cardiovascular problems

5Oleander - Highly poisonous to all animals

6Philodendron - Mouth irritation, difficulty swallowing

Human Foods:

1Chocolate - Contains theobromine (toxic to dogs and cats)

2Grapes and Raisins - Kidney failure in dogs

3Onions and Garlic - Damage red blood cells

4Xylitol - Severe hypoglycemia and liver failure

5Alcohol - Even small amounts are dangerous

6Caffeine - Rapid heart rate, seizures

7Macadamia Nuts - Weakness, vomiting, hyperthermia

8Avocado - Contains persin, toxic to many animals

Household Products:

1Cleaning products - Keep locked away

2Antifreeze - Sweet taste attracts pets, highly fatal

3Rodent poisons - Secondary poisoning risk too

4Insecticides - Read labels carefully

5Medications - Never give human meds without vet advice

Other Hazards:

1Essential oils - Many toxic to cats

2Fabric softener sheets - Can cause mouth ulcers

3Mothballs - Liver damage

4Batteries - Caustic burns if chewed

5Coins (pennies) - Zinc toxicity

What to Do If Exposure Occurs:

1Remove your pet from the source

2Call your vet or poison control immediately

3Do not induce vomiting without professional advice

4Bring the product packaging if possible

5Note the amount consumed and time

Prevention: