ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435.

With compassion and solidarity, we stand with you.

VET STAFF: It can be very stressful when a possible toxin exposure presents to your clinic, especially if the patient is showing life-threatening signs. Here, we’ve outlined key questions for pet owners that will help guide your treatment efforts. aspcapro.org/resource/toxic…

"The ASPCA strongly urges residents in the pathway of Hurricane Dorian to bring their pets with them if they have to evacuate their homes," said Dick Green, Senior Director of ASPCA Disaster Response: aspca.org/news/aspca-urg…

Have you ever wondered what serotonin syndrome in animals is, what causes it and how to treat it? Join us on September 18 at noon EDT for our webinar with Dr. Michelle Carlino of the @ASPCA_APCC. aspcapro.org/webinar/2019-0…

There are a number of common heart and blood pressure medications, some are even prescribed for our pets, but they can all cause very different concerns when ingested in amounts other than the recommended dosage. aspca.org/news/medicatio…

We get a ton of questions and calls about sunscreen. Whether it’s safe or toxic, if your pets need to wear it, and if animals can get skin cancer. We’re here to answer your “burning” questions! aspca.org/news/pets-and-…

Many responsible pet owners are unaware of the danger of blue-green algae, and don’t know how to identify bodies of water that are unsafe. Please read on for more details and safety tips: aspcapro.org/resource/blue-…

Join us in celebrating the @ASPCA's 500,000th spay/neuter surgery completed in New York City! bddy.me/2Tf2Tyh

Come see us at #AVMA2019 at booth number 3093 for educational materials AND a surprise giveaway!

Check out our newest podcast about summer pet toxins! podbean.com/media/share/pb…

It’s not too late, free 1 hour CE TODAY! aspcapro.org/webinar/2019-0…

@Disqeet @Tracydwyer7 Please keep us updated - we’ll be thinking of Lucky! ❤️

@Disqeet Hello - please take the kitten to the emergency veterinarian and/or call our hotline at 888-426-4435 immediately for an exposure.

Don’t miss out, veterinary staff! Sign up for our FREE 1-HOUR CE COURSE: “You Gotta Be Kitten Me: Feline Toxicities” with Dr. Lisa Paul. The presentation will take place online July 24th at 11am CST. Register now! aspcapro.org/webinar/2019-0…

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Want to help feral and stray cats in your community? Attend the ASPCA’s Trap Neuter Return and Monitor (TNRM) certification workshop in NYC! Get the details and register here: aspcapro.org/training-confe…

Happy Independence Day from your friends at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center!

These four categories and treatment tips from @ASPCA_APCC veterinarians can help you deal with seasonal toxicity cases from July 4 through summer’s end. aspcapro.org/resource/shelt…

Keep marijuana away from your pets! Dogs account for about 95% of marijuana poisonings. nytimes.com/2017/02/02/nyr…

In this episode, Jill Peisker sits down with Dr. Tina Wismer to talk about the huge increase in calls we've seen related to marijuana, what the signs and symptoms are of those exposures, and how to keep your animals safe. podbean.com/eu/pb-95hsh-b5…