Early treatment is critical to try and prevent fatal kidney failure. Antifreeze is highly toxic. Be sure to keep your pets away from it. Anytime a dog or cat is left in a garage, the potential for death by antifreeze poisoning is present. If you see a greenish liquid in your garage or on the street, keep your pet away and clean it up thoroughly.
Some plants hide deadly poisons in their leaves, seeds, flowers or berries.
These poisons can affect the gastrointestinal system, cardiovascular system or nervous system and may cause death. It is important to know what plants are in your home and yard and what symptoms poisonous plants can cause. Plants containing saps or resins can irritate a pet's mouth, pharynx or esophagus, causing excessive salivation, swelling, vomiting, abnormal heart rhythms, labored breathing, collapse, skin rashes or itching. Some plants can cause blood abnormalities, such as anemia, jaundice, urinary tract disorders or kidney failure. Signs to look for are pale gums, yellow eye whites or bloody urine.