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My Dog Ate a Penny - What Do I Do?

Learn what to do if your dog swallows a penny.

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Garlic and Onion Toxicity in Dogs

Find out the truth about garlic and onions in dogs.

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7 Surprising Products Containing Xylitol: A Slideshow

Learn some of the surprising human products that contain xylitol, which is highly toxic to dogs.

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Toxicity of Raisins and Grapes in Dogs

Learn more about the toxicity of grapes and raisins in dogs.

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Marijuana Poisoning in Dogs Increasing

As more states legalize recreational and medical marijuana usage, cases of marijuana toxicity in dogs is increasing.

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Are E-Cigarettes Dangerous to Dogs?

Learn about nicotine poisoning in dogs and why e-cigarettes are dangerous for them.

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Dogs and Second-Hand Smoke

Find out how second and even third-hand smoke can negatively affect your dog and what you can do.

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Oleander Poisoning in Dogs

Oleander is used as an ornamental bush in warm climates in the US, but it is toxic when ingested by dogs.

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Slug and Snail Bait Poisoning in Dogs

Learn about metaldehyde slug and snail baits and how toxic they are to dogs that ingest them.

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Rat Poison Toxicity in Dogs

Rat poison is toxic to dogs as well as to rodents. Learn more about these dangerous substances.

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Quiz - Do You Know Which Human Foods Are Toxic to Dogs?

Do you know which human foods are toxic or dangerous to dogs and which are safe? Take this interactive quiz to test your knowledge of toxic foods in dogs.

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A Hidden Laundry Room Danger for Dogs: Laundry Pods

Many people love the convenience and cleanliness of using detergent pods. However, on pods can pose a significant risk to dogs.

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Top 10 Dog Toxins - Slideshow

Find out what the top 10 substances that triggered calls to the ASPCA poison control hotline in 2016 concerned. Know what products and items to keep away from your dog.

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Foods Toxic to Dogs - Slideshow

Are there human foods that you shouldn't feed your dog? Browse through this slideshow to find out which of our foods are toxic foods for dogs.

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Mushroom Toxicity in Dogs

There are countless varieties of mushrooms, and many of them have been associated with toxicity in dogs. In this article, we will give you some examples of mushrooms to avoid.

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Poisonous Toads and Your Dog

How to spot a poisonous toad and the symptoms of a toad poisoning.

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Why Is Chocolate Bad for Dogs?

Chocolate is a delicious treat for you so why is chocolate bad for dogs? Find out the causes, symptoms, and treatment of chocolate toxicity in dogs here.

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Poisonous Plants For Dogs

A comprehensive list of common plants that are poisonous for dogs if ingested.

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Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs

What are the symptoms and treatment of xylitol toxicity in dogs? What is xylitol and what products contain it?

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