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The service is available to all pet owners in Australian and aims to reduce the morbidity and mortality that is associated with animal poisonings.

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Eastern Brown
Sep 25, 2026 · original
Please be aware that snake encounters are becoming more frequent again as the weather starts to warm across many parts of Australia. All snake bites, including suspected bites, should be considered life-threatening. Small animals may be bitten multiple times during a snake encounter, which can result in a greater venom load and increase the risk of severe illness. The most common envenomation syndrome following snake bite is a venom-induced consumptive coagulopathy (VICC). VICC is frequently seen following bites from brown snakes in Australia, but can also occur with bites from other snake species. It affects the blood’s ability to clot properly and can result in uncontrolled internal bleeding. Signs of snake bite in pets may include: Sudden weakness or collapse, sometimes followed by a temporary improvement Vomiting Laboured breathing Paralysis, which may begin in the hind legs Loss of
Home Made Play Dough
Jul 17, 2026 · original
Homemade play dough is a favourite activity for many families, but it can pose a significant poisoning risk if curious pets decide to have a taste. Most homemade play dough recipes contain flour, salt, water, vegetable oil, cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate), food colouring and occasionally glitter, fragrances or essential oils. While many of these ingredients are relatively harmless, salt and cream of tartar are the primary toxic ingredients of concern. The large amount of salt used in many recipes can cause salt toxicity in all companion animals. The severity of poisoning depends on the amount ingested relative to your pet’s body weight and can range from gastrointestinal upset including vomiting and excessive thirst to severe neurological signs, including tremors and seizures. Cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate) is a source of tartaric acid, the same compound now believed to be
TOXIC ALCOHOLS
Jun 3, 2026 · original
Reed diffusers are a popular way to keep homes smelling fresh, but they can pose a risk to curious pets. Many people are aware that the fragrance or essential oils in these products can cause problems if licked or ingested. However, the liquid inside reed diffusers often contains other ingredients too, including alcohols such as ethanol and sometimes glycols or glycol ethers. One challenge is that the full ingredient list is often not available on the product packaging, making it difficult to assess the risk following an exposure. The risk to pets depends on the ingredients present, the concentration of the product, and the amount ingested. While some exposures may result in mild gastrointestinal upset, others can be far more serious. Cats are particularly sensitive to toxic alcohols, and even small quantities may result in significant poisoning. Signs of poisoning can include vomiting,
DIETHYLTOLUAMIDE
Jun 3, 2026 · original
DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) is a widely used insect repellent that helps protect against mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, and flies. In Australia, products contain anywhere from lower concentrations (around 10%) to highly concentrated formulations (up to 80%) and are available as sprays, creams, gels, and lotions. These products are mainly intended for human use, although limited use exists in some animals such as cattle, dogs, horses, and pigs. Pets are most commonly exposed by licking treated skin, chewing or knocking over containers, or being accidentally sprayed during application. Small exposures often cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, or mild stomach upset. Larger amounts, or exposure to stronger products, can affect the nervous system and may cause wobbliness, disorientation, tremors, and in severe cases, seizures. If DEET gets into the eyes, it may cause redness, watering, squinti
DEADLY SKULLCAP
Jun 3, 2026 · original
With mushroom season approaching, the Animal Poisons Helpline is noting an increase in cases and calls following mushroom ingestions in companion animals, most commonly dogs. The mushroom in the attached image is Galerina marginata, commonly known as the “Deadly Skullcap”. Galerina marginata is a small brown mushroom that contains lethal amatoxins, the same toxins found in Death Cap mushrooms. These toxins cause severe liver damage and can be fatal if ingested by pets or people. While amatoxin containing Galerina species are considered rare, there have been confirmed cases in Australia reported to the Animal Poisons Helpline. Galerina marginata typically has a small brown cap and grows on wood, particularly rotting conifer wood, with a preference for wet, mossy environments. It often has a ring on the stem called an annulus, which looks like a small skirt or collar around the stalk. Anot
CIGARETTES AND YOUR PET
Feb 11, 2026 · original
Cigarettes are commonly and accidentally ingested by pets and can lead to unexpected poisoning in many domestic animals, including dogs, cats, and birds. While used cigarettes may seem harmless, they can still be toxic if chewed or eaten. All parts of a cigarette are considered toxic, including cigarette butts. Pets are most often exposed by eating cigarettes or cigarette butts, accessing ash trays, or picking up discarded cigarettes while out on walks. The toxic component in cigarettes is nicotine. The Animal Poisons Helpline also receives frequent calls about other nicotine-containing products, including e-cigarettes, nicotine liquids, pouches (white snus), and nicotine replacement products such as gum and patches. However, traditional cigarette exposures remain the most common, accounting for approximately 42% of nicotine-related calls, with signs of toxicity reported in more than 20%
POKEWEED
Feb 2, 2026 · original
Pokeweed (Phytolacca americana) is a large, toxic perennial plant native to North America that has been introduced to Australia. It is easily recognised by its bright green, elliptical leaves and green to white flowers, which mature into red-purple berries borne in elongated clusters on a distinctive purple stem. Pokeweed has a limited distribution across Australia but is considered a weed in all states and a declared pest in Western Australia. It can be found in a variety of environments, including disturbed soil, roadsides, rural properties, and home gardens. The plant contains several toxic compounds, including saponins and oxalates, and all parts of the plant are poisonous to pets and livestock, with the root and green berries being particularly toxic. Animals that ingest pokeweed may develop gastrointestinal signs such as nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. In more seve
PRIVET BERRIES
Jul 18, 2025 · original
Privet berries, produced by plants in the Ligustrum genus, start off green and ripen to a dull purple colour as they mature. Typically fruiting during autumn and winter, privets are common garden and landscaping plants, grown for their glossy green leaves and attractive flowers. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant, appearing in clusters that create a pretty display. Privets contain a chemical called oleanolic acid, which is responsible for the toxic effects seen following ingestion of the plant. Pets that ingest any part of the plant (most commonly the berries) can develop gastrointestinal upset, with common signs including vomiting, diarrhoea, reduced appetite and abdominal pain. In more severe cases, following large ingestions animals may become unsteady on their feet, weak and develop increased heart and breathing rates. To help prevent accidental poisoning from Privets and oth
MOTHBALL POISONING
Jun 26, 2025 · original
Mothballs are sometimes used in wardrobes, storage areas and suitcases to deter moths and other insects. Whilst they may be effective for protecting clothing and other fabrics, mothballs pose a significant poisoning risk to pets. The Animal Poisons Helpline receives calls every year regarding curious dogs and cats that have chewed on or ingested mothballs. There are three common active ingredients found in mothballs; camphor, naphthalene and paradichlorobenzene. Each of these substances can be toxic to pets. Pets may be exposed by eating mothballs directly or by breathing vapours in poorly ventilated spaces. Whilst poisonings are relatively rare, even small exposures can potentially result in severe effects. Camphor, used in some older or imported mothballs, can cause rapid onset signs such as drooling, vomiting, tremors and seizures. Pets that ingest naphthalene can develop vomiting, le
SIMPLY SEAWEED
Jun 17, 2025 · original
A big thank you to Simply Seaweed for becoming an Animal Poisons Helpline Business Supporter for 2025–2026! Their generous support helps us continue providing expert toxicology advice to pet owners across Australia, 24/7. Simply Seaweed is a passionate, pet-focused company known for their all-natural dental health supplement made from Ascophyllum nodosum – a type of seaweed that has been researched for its potential to support oral health in cats and dogs. The team at Simply Seaweed are committed to giving back, having supported many animal-related charities. We’re especially grateful for their recent fundraising efforts at the Perth Oz Feline Fair, where they helped raise awareness and funds for the Animal Poisons Helpline. You can check out their range at www.simplyseaweed.com.au pThe post SIMPLY SEAWEED first appeared on Animal Poisons Helpline ./p

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