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• Grape and Raisin Poisoning in Dogs February 15, 2010
  Grape and Raisin Toxicity in Dogs   Grape and raisin (dried grapes) toxicity is well documented in dogs. Although the exact substance that causes the toxic reaction is not yet known, it has been shown that even small amounts of grapes or raisins can prove to be fatally toxic for a dog.   Dogs of any age, breed, or gender may be affected. One of the most seri […]
• Heat Stroke in Dogs May 19, 2009
  Hyperthermia   Much like in humans, heat stroke occurs when the dog's body produces or absorbs more heat than it can dissipate. Dogs do not tolerate heat well, as they can only sweat through their paws and dissipate excess heat by panting. Therefore, heat stroke is an emergency that requires immediate attention and prompt treatment, especially if the do […]
• Rat Poison Toxicity in Dogs September 19, 2008
    Many people use poisons to kill rodents, roaches and other common house pests. In order to be appealing to the pests they are aimed at, some poisons are made to taste good, making them appealing to dogs and cats as well.   Poisoning by pesticides and rodenticides is one of the most common household dangers to your pet. In this case, zinc phosphide poisonin […]
• Hypercalcemic Agent Poisoning in Dogs September 19, 2008
    Hypercalcemia is defined as abnormally elevated calcium levels in the blood. Of the various types of substances that are poisonous to dogs, there are those that include hypercalcemic agents. Hypercalcemic agents contain vitamin D, medically known as cholecalciferol, which works by raising the calcium content in blood serum to high toxic levels, resulting i […]
• Contact Poisoning in Dogs September 19, 2008
    Poison can be defined as any substance that is harmful to the body upon contact, whether it is internal or external. Internal poisoning can occur through inhalation of a substance, which can be in chemical form, like sprays or powders, but a toxic reaction can also occur simply by breathing in a material as innocuous as dirt. Other forms of internal poison […]