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Quick safety check
Common foods and plants that can be dangerous
Many poisonings happen with everyday things already in the kitchen or garden. Keep these out of reach, and act fast if your pet gets into them.
Dogs
- Chocolate
- Grapes and raisins
- Xylitol (sugar-free gum, some peanut butters)
- Onions and garlic
Cats
- Lilies (all parts, even pollen)
- Onions and garlic
- Human pain relievers
- Essential oils
Think your pet ate something toxic? Call your vet right away. In the US: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline (855) 764-7661.
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