What garden dangers must I protect my pet from? Some of the most common garden dangers that pets need to be protected from include: Rat or mouse bait (rodent...
What are common household dangers for pets? Many common household items such as food, plants and medicines can be toxic to our companion animals (pets) and can...
Why is chocolate toxic to dogs and other animals? Chocolate contains cocoa, and cocoa contains the compound theobromine. Theobromine is toxic to dogs and other animals at certain doses....
Why are lilies extremely toxic to cats? Lily toxicity in cats is an emergency. If you suspect lily toxicity, seek immediate veterinary attention. Lilies (Lilium spp and Hemerocallis spp. – common...
Why should pet owners avoid using cocoa shell mulch on their gardens? Cocoa Mulch is also known as ‘Cocoa Bean Mulch’ or ‘Cocoa Shell Mulch’ and is used as a mulch in...
Where can I find out about plants that might be poisonous for my pets? A number of plants are poisonous to pets. These can cause serious illness and even death in some cases. It’s...
How do I find out what plants are poisonous to livestock or horses? General information for livestock The University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine Library has a good database of plants toxic to animals...
How can pest animal control programs be made more humane? Many introduced and some native animals are classed as ‘pests’; because they have a negative impact on the environment or...
What is the RSPCA’s view on using 1080 for pest animal control? RSPCA Australia recognises the need to control introduced species, such as the fox, to reduce both environmental and agricultural impacts....
What should I do if suspect my pet has eaten a poison bait? If you suspect or know that your dog or cat has eaten a poison bait, you must contact your nearest...
Is PAPP a more humane toxin than 1080 for pest animal control? For emergency advice on poisoning please go straight to this article: What should I do if suspect my pet has...
What is the most humane way to kill a cane toad? Cane toads are a highly invasive species and are regarded as a major environmental pest in Australia. While there is...
Is it risky to smoke or vape around companion animals? Second hand smoke exposure Passive smoking is a health risk. There is no risk-free level of passive (second-hand) smoke exposure...
What are the risks to my cat or dog from rat bait? Rat baits are dangerous and potentially deadly to animals and people that consume them. The baits used are normally flavoured to...
Is sodium nitrite a more humane toxin than 1080 for feral pig control? For emergency advice on poisoning please go straight to this article: What should I do if suspect my pet has...