Pet Poison Helpline Shares Top 20 Toxins for Dogs & Cats in Ohio
Plus, Top Symptoms of Toxicity in Ohio Pets
Since 2018, Pet Poison Helpline has compiled case data and provided the trends by state. In Ohio, about 90% of cases have been dogs, with about 10% being cats (birds and exotic pets make up the remainder).
Let’s take a look at both the most common toxins and frequent symptoms of toxicity, categorized by cat and dog cases.
Top 20 Toxins for Ohio Dogs
Unsurprisingly, chocolate tops the list for Ohio dog toxicity. Some lesser known toxins are medications like carprofen (a veterinary anti-inflammatory and pain medication), beta-blockers (human heart medications) and lisinopril (human blood pressure medication), along with human supplements vitamin D3 and melatonin.
Top 12 Signs of Toxicity in Ohio Dogs
Knowing common symptoms of toxicity can help you know if something is wrong with your dog and alert you that a call to Pet Poison Helpline and visit to a veterinary emergency room may be needed. Some of these are easy to understand, like vomiting and lethargy. Ataxia is loss of coordination and muscle control. Tachycardia is a rapid heart rate.
Top 20 Toxins for Ohio Cats
Most commonly, cats suffer from plant toxicity. Additionally, human medications and supplements like anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medications, amphetamines, vitamin D3, ibuprofen and beta-blockers are frequent offenders.
Top 14 Signs of Toxicity in Ohio Cats
Pet Poison Helpline’s case data reveal 14 common symptoms of toxicity in cats. Lesser-known signs are anorexia (refusal to eat), ataxia (loss of coordination), mydriasis (dilated pupils) and tachycardia (rapid heart rate).
What to Do if You Expect Toxicity
Knowledge is power! Knowing the common toxic substances and symptoms for Ohio pets gives you the ability to keep these items away from your cat or dog, along with knowing when to seek help.
If you think your pet is having a reaction to a toxicity, call the Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661. Charges will apply. Also, call or visit Grady Veterinary Hospital’s emergency experts at any time of day or night in Cincinnati. Our phone number is (513) 931‑8675.