Planned Pethood Non-Profit Veterinary Clinic www.plannedpethoodpasco.org We go the extra mile to put your pet at ease and provide the exceptional care you both deserve. 813-779-7000 • Spay • Neuter • Dentals • Heartworm Treatment • Surgeries by Appointment • Vaccination and Walk In Wellness • Clinics Mon-Sat 9:30am - 2:30pm Grooming Services Available 37815 State Road 54 | Zephyrhills, FL 33542 Mon.-Sat. 8am-5pm | Call for appointments Where Dog & Cat Lovers - Holistic Foods, Treats & Supplements - Strollers, Carriers, bedding & ID Tags - Breed Specific Jewelry, Art, Gifts - Figurines, Stickers, Signs & More - Apparel & Accessories - Personalized Gifts Made from Photos 37846 Meridian Acenue, Dade City 352.467.9622 www.facebook.com/Dog.Mania.Cats SAVE 15% WITH THIS AD W I T H A N D S A V E Easter & Springtime Hazards for Dogs & Cats It is nice to have a little color after a long winter. Easter and springtime decorations (and edibles) may liven up the scenery but are potential hazard to pets. Spring is a great time to take an inventory of potential pet hazards. It’s better than the alternative of spending time at the veterinary hospital. Here are a few Quick Tips on what to watch for this spring. Easter Lily (and related Lily plants) - The Easter Lily is a common this time of year and are highly toxic to cats if ingested. The first signs seen are vomiting and lethargy, and if untreated, may progress to kidney (renal) failure and death. Please call your veterinarian immediately if you suspect that your cat has eaten any part of a lily plant. Another spring flower often used in cut flower arrangements are daffodils, also very toxic to cats. Easter grass - Cats love anything that moves. Easter grass moves easily in the breeze, makes interesting sounds, and, for some cats, it is simply irresistible and must be eaten. Stringy things like Easter grass or tinsel at Christmas, pose a deadly threat if ingested, creating something called a Linear Foreign Body. The first signs seen, aside from the material being visible from the mouth or anus, are vomiting or straining to defecate and a painful abdomen. Trying to pull out visible grass or string is not recommended, as this can cause more damage if the piece is long and trapped far inside the body. Call your veterinarian if you suspect that your cat has sampled the Easter grass. While Linear Foreign Bodies are more common in cats, dogs may also ingest non-food material, and the same rules apply. Chocolate - This is typically more of a dog hazard, as many dogs have a sweet tooth, a great nose, and the determination to find chocolate -- hidden or not, but cats may consume chocolate too. The toxic components in chocolate are theobromine and caffeine, and the level of toxicity is based on the type and quantity of chocolate consumed. Different types of chocolate have different amounts of theobromine and caffeine; dark chocolate contains the highest concentrations and white “chocolate” contains the least. Early clinical signs are vomiting, diarrhea and trembling. Xylitol - It is important to note that xylitol, an artificial sweetener used in many candies, chewing gums and baked goods, is potentially very toxic to dogs and ferrets. Don’t Miss Our Deadline! April 15th for May Issue! 813-682-9364 April 2017 Community Magazine 25
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