The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center provides pet owners with great pet poison prevention advice, in addition to staffing a 24/7 hotline that helps concerned pet owners in a poison-related emergency.

Do you have a pet poison emergency kit at home?  A few simple items can be helpful if your dog or cat encounters anything toxic.

A basic kit should contain:

• Liquid dish soap to remove substances from the fur or skin.
• Rubber gloves to protect your hands while treating your pet.
• Hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting (always consult with a veterinarian before using this treatment).
• A large syringe or turkey baster to administer the hydrogen peroxide.
• Canned pet food to help dilute toxins or give more bulk to the vomit.
• Saline solution to flush irritants from the eyes.
• Tweezers to remove splinters or insect stingers.

Here’s a helpful video with more information on putting together a pet poison prevention kit:

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