ASPCA's - 101 THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW COULD HARM YOUR PET Below is a list of items derived from the ASPA's 101 Things You Didn't Know Could Harm Your Pet. This is by no means a comprehensive list, which would include far more than just 101 hazards, but is intended to start you thinking about all the different things a pet could ingest that could or would be harmful or fatal. Such lists exist because animals can sometimes be like small children who will put just about anything in their mouths, and all too often with tragic consequences. If you think your pet has been exposed to a poisonous substance, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center can help. Call 1-888-426-4435 (any time, 24/7), and consult with your veterinarian for follow-up care. It may save your pet's life. For more poison prevention information, visit www.aspca.org . Here is the list: Household Items 1. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (ibuprofen, aspirin, etc.) 2. Acetaminophen [deadly to dogs] 3. Cold and flu medications 4. Antidepressants 5. Vitamins 6. Home insect products 7. Rat and mouse bait 8. Bleach 9. Diet pills 10. Disinfectants 11. Fabric softener 12. Lead 13. Lighter fluid 14. Mothballs 15. Anti-cancer drugs 16. Solvents (paint thinners, etc.) 17. Flea and tick products 18. Drain cleaners 19. Liquid potpourri 20. Slug and snail bait 21. Oven cleaner sprays 22. Lime/scale remover 23. Fly bait 24. Detergents 25. Tobacco products Common Plants 26. Aloe Amaryllis Andromeda Japonica Asian Lily Asparagus Fern Australian Nut Autumn Crocus Azalea Belladonna Bird of Paradise Bittersweet (American and European) Black Locust [seeds, pods] Branching Ivy Buckeye, Horse Chestnuts Buddhist Pine Caladium Calla Lily Castor Bean (DEADLY) Ceriman Clematis Cordatum (heart-leaf philodendron) Corn Plant Cycads Cyclamen Daffodil Daylily Devil's Ivy (all Pothos) Dieffenbachia Dumbcane Easter Lily Elephant Ears (Caladium) Emerald Fern English Ivy Eucalyptus Ferns Fiddle-leaf Philodendron Gold Dust Dracaena Florida Beauty Foxglove Glacier Ivy Gladiolus Golden Pothos Heavenly Bamboo Honeysuckle Hurricane/Rain Lily Hyacinth Hydrangea Iris Jerusalem Cherry Jimson Weed (DEADLY) Kalanchoe Lantana Lilies (all Lilium species) Lily of the Valley Lupine Marble Queen Pothos Morning Glory Mother-in-law's Tongue Mountain Laurel Narcissus Needlepoint Ivy Nephthytis Nightshade (DEADLY) Oleander (DEADLY) Panda Plant (Kalanchoe species) Peace Lily (Anthurium) Philodendron Poison Hemlock (DEADLY) Precatory Bean (rosary pea DEADLY) Privet Red Emerald Rhododendron Ribbon Plant Sago Palm Satin Pothos Schefflera (umbrella tree) Striped Dracaena Sweetheart Ivy Tulip Water Hemlock (DEADLY) Wisteria Yew Yucca Harmful Foods 27. Avocado 28. Chocolate (all forms) 29. Coffee (all forms) 30. Onions & onion powder 31. Garlic 32. Grapes 33. Raisins 34. Macadamia nuts 35. Alcoholic beverages [No, it isn't cute to get animals drunk!] 36. Moldy/spoiled foods 37. Salt 38. Fatty foods 39. "Sugar-free" gum, candies or other foods sweetened with xylitol (DEADLY) 40. Tea leaves 41. Raw yeast dough Objects 42. Balls (specifically balls that are small or have a smooth outer coating) 43. Batteries 44. Bread twist ties 45. Buttons 46. Coins 47. Cotton swabs 48. Glass 49. Hair pins 50. Jewelry 51. Nylons 52. Paper clips, push pins & other office supplies 53. Plastic wrap & plastic bags 54. Socks 55. Rubber-bands 56. Sharp objects (knives, razors, scissors, nails, needles, etc.) 57. String, yarn, dental floss, Christmas-tree tinsel 58. Towels and blankets (can fray dangerously) 59. Wax (candles, crayons, etc.) Trouble Areas 60. Balconies & stairs - Tall balconies without safety railings, or railings spaced too far apart, can lead to a dangerous or fatal fall. 61. Bath tubs or sinks - Small pets can drown in full bathtubs or sinks. 62. Doors and windows - Dogs and cats can run away if they find an open door or window. They can also get seriously injured if they run across a busy road. Windows should have screens to prevent cats or other pets from falling out. 63. Electrical cords - Your pets can be electrocuted if they bite or chew on electrical cords that are plugged in. 64. Fireplace - Your pets can be burned by the flames or get sick if they eat the ashes. 65. Toilets - Toilet water is not healthy for pets to drink; always remember to close the lid. Make sure you leave plenty of clean, fresh water for your pets if you must leave them home alone. 66. Washer and dryer - Your pets can crawl into a washer or dryer without your knowledge; close the doors to these appliances when you're not using them. Trash cans - Pets love to get into the trash, where they can find all sorts of nasty and dangerous discards! Keep such things only in covered cans your pet cannot get into, and keep small trash cans emptied frequently, and placed where the pet can't reach them. Outside the Home 67. Algae 68. Antifreeze/Coolant 69. Fire pit/Grill 70. Fences or gates 71. Deck lattice 72. De-icing salts 73. Compost 74. Gasoline 75. Oil 76. Pesticides 77. Cocoa bean shell mulch/fertilizer 78. Swimming pools and hot tubs Holiday Hazards 79. Alcohol - Alcoholic beverages are toxic to pets and should NEVER be given to them during the holidays or any other time. Valentine's Day 80. Flowers and candy - Many types of flowers and plants found in bouquets are harmful to dogs and cats if they are ingested (see the above list of hazardous plants). Chocolate can cause vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors and seizures, and, in severe cases, chocolate poisoning can be fatal. [The darker and purer the chocolate, the greater the danger - unsweetened dark chocolate and baking cocoa are the worst.] Easter 81. Fake grass - This colorful "grass" may look appetizing to your pets, but it could cause them to choke, or obstruct and possibly strangulate their intestines if ingested. 82. Small toys and other plastic items - If swallowed, small toys and plastic Easter eggs can cause your pet to choke or even damage their intestinal tracts. 4th of July 83. Fireworks - Fireworks can scare your pets, making them run off, or cause serious injuries if detonated near them. Many formulations are also toxic if ingested. [And remember, their hearing is MUCH more acute than ours is, so loud noises can also damage their eardrums, leading to deafness. Animals severely traumatized by loud noise at an early age will typically be terrified of all loud noise for the rest of their lives, so it is best NOT to expose them to such an experience.] Halloween 84. Repeatedly opening doors to greet trick-or-treaters can increase the chances of your pets running out. Keep an eye on their whereabouts at all times. If feasible, keep cats in a secure area or closed room when opening doors. 85. Candles - Pets are naturally curious, and may be attracted to the bright lights of the flame in dark areas. Dogs and cats could either burn themselves by the flame or knock the candle over, starting a fire. 86. Xylitol - Candy or gum and even baked goods sweetened with xylitol (typically sold as "sugar-free") are toxic even in very small quantities and should be kept away from your pets. [Xylitol is now being used in many "diabetic" products - read the label and DO NOT share it with your pet!] 87. All forms of chocolate can be harmful to your pet, potentially resulting in poisoning or even pancreatic inflammation from the high fat content. Thanksgiving 88. Bones - Turkey, chicken and other small animal bones are very different from the large bones you find at the pet store. These small bones splinter easily and can cause serious internal damage if swallowed, so NEVER give them to your pet. 89. Hot containers - Your dog or cat will most likely become curious when they smell something cooking. Keep an eye on hot containers so that your pet does not tip them over and get burned. Christmas 90. Holiday plants - Christmas rose, holly, lilies, poinsettias and mistletoe are all toxic to dogs and cats. 91. Ribbons - It may look adorable, but placing a ribbon around your pet's neck may cause them to choke. 92. Bubbling lights - Older forms of this attractive decoration may contain methylene chloride, which is a highly toxic chemical. 93. Fire salts - Contain chemicals that could be harmful to pets. 94. Angel hair (spun glass) - Can be irritating to eyes and skin, and could cause intestinal obstruction if eaten in large amounts. 95. Christmas tree water - Stagnant tree water or water containing preservatives could result in stomach upset if ingested. 96. Decoration hooks - Can cause blockage and/or trauma to gastrointestinal tract if swallowed. 97. Styrofoam - Can cause your pets to choke if swallowed. 98. Tinsel - Can cause choking or internal trauma if swallowed. New Year's 100. Balloons and confetti - These fun New Year's party decorations can cause your pets to choke or obstruct their intestines if ingested. Keep an eye on your pets when they're around these items, or move them to an area that is not decorated. 101. Loud noises - New Year's is typically a noisy holiday. Unfortunately, loud noises frighten pets and can cause them to run off. Keep your pets in a separate room, away from noisemakers, music, and other loud sounds that may startle them. **** INFORMAYION PROVIDED BY ASPCA ****

Thank you for this valuable information - I encourage all readers to review ASPCA website regarding this information - Talk to your vet to see if they have a booklet for you to take home - This is a valuable reference to have, could be a life saver :-)

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