Dog Toxins and Poisons

The most common calls received by Pet Poison Helpline for dog toxicities are:

1. Chocolate
2. Insect bait stations
3. Rodenticides (mouse and rat poison)
4. Fertilizers
5. Xylitol-containing products such as sugar-free gums and candies
6. Ibuprofen (Advil^® or Motrin^® in brand name or generic form)
7. Acetaminophen (Tylenol^® in brand name or generic form)
8. Silica gel packs
9. Amphetamines, such as ADD/ADHD drugs
10. Household cleaners

Cat Toxins and Poisons

The most common calls received by Pet Poison Helpline for cat toxicities are:

1. Lilies
2. Canine permethrin insecticides (topical flea and tick medicine for dogs)
3. Household cleaners
4. Rodenticides (mouse and rat poison)
5. Paints and varnishes
6. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory veterinary medications such as meloxicam, Rimadyl^®, and Deramaxx^®
7. Glow sticks/glow jewelry
8. Amphetamines, such as ADD/ADHD drugs
9. Acetaminophen (Tylenol^® in brand name or generic form)
10. Ibuprofen (Advil^® or Motrin^® in brand name or generic form)

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