Top Household Items that may be Harmful to Your Kitten
There are many hazardous items around your home that may lead to a very sick kitty. If your cat gets into any of the following, call us or call an emergency animal hospital.
Human Food
Some foods that we eat may not be well tolerated by our feline companions. Often, human food is more rich, fatty, and spicy than cat food which can lead to Gl issues and even pancreatitis. Other times, your cat may have food allergies or adverse reactions. It is best not to give your cat any human food.
The most common example of dangerous human
food is:
. Alcohol
路 Caffeine (coffee, soda, tea)
. Chives
路 Chocolate
路 Garlic
. Grapes
. Onions
路 Raisins
. Xylitol (found in sugarless gums, candies,
toothpastes)
路 Yeast dough.
Plants
Here is a list of common plants that can be hazardous to your cat’s health:
路 Aloe
路 Azalea
路 Chrysanthemum
路 Lily
路 Marijuana
路 Mistletoe
路 Poinsettia
路 Rhododendron
路 Tulip
Fertilizer
Fertilizer often smells like cat food, but may have nitrogen, potassium, phosphorous, insecticides, and herbicides as additives. It is best to restrict access to garage/gardens or use pet-friendly fertilizers.
Human Pharmaceuticals
Never give your dog over the counter or human-prescribed medication without consulting your
veterinarian.
Rodenticides
Rodenticides are appealing to animals by nature and contain anti-coagulants that cause massive internal bleeding and rapid death. Rapid medical attention and induced vomiting is crucial.
Cleaning Products
Most cleaning products are as toxic to cats as they are to us. Store all cleaning products away or use natural, organic options instead. If your puppy ingests products containing bleach, do NOT induce vomiting but encourage drinking of water and milk. Seek immediate veterinary
