Here’s a list of common household items that can be toxic to your pets.
Household Drugs
- NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories) such as Advil (ibuprofen), Aleve (Naproxen) & Motrin (aspirin)
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Most prescription drugs meant for humans. Ingestion of any medication not specified for that individual pet is reason to go see a veterinarian. The drugs listed below are some of the more dangerous substances for pets, but any ingestion of human medications should be investigated.
- Antidepressants such as Effexor, Cymbalta, Prozac and Lexapro
- ADD/ADHD Medications such as Concerta, Adderall and Ritalin
Benzodiazepines and Sleep Aids such as Xanax, Klonopin, Ambien and Lunestra
- Birth control such as estrogen, estradiol and progesterone
- ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors such as zestril and altace
- Beta-blockers such as Tenormin, Troprol and Coreg
Thyroid hormones such as Amour dessicated thyroid and Synthroid
- Cholesterol lowering agents such as Lipitor, Zocor and Crestor
- Human supplements, nutraceuticals or herbal remedies that haven’t been recommended
Garden Items
- Bait traps for rodents, snails and slugs
- Rodenticides
- Insecticides
- Blood Meal
- Fertilizers
Plants
- Autumn Crocus
- Azalea
- Cyclamen
- Daffodil
- Dieffenbachia
- Hyacinth
- Tulips
- Kalanchoe
- Lily
- Oleander
- Sago Palm
- Foxglove
- Rhododendron
- Compost
- Mushrooms
- Salt water
- Toads in certain areas of the country
Household chemicals
- Antifreeze
- Paint
- Paint thinner
- Expandable foam insulation
- Tar
- Pool chemicals
- Drain cleaners
- Lead (lead paint chips or dust)
- Zinc (pennies made after 1982)
Human foods
- Sugarless products that contain xylitol (gum or other food products)
- Chocolate
- Foil wrappers
- Coffee grounds, or any products with caffeine
- Avocados
- Fatty foods, such as fat from meat, many nuts
- Pan drippings
- Macadamia nuts
- Grapes or raisins
- Alcohol
- Garlic
Onion
- Raw meat
- Dairy products
- Baby food
- Yeast dough
- Unripe tomatoes
- Spinach
- Mushrooms