If your pet exhibits any of the following symptoms, please do not wait! Call your veterinarian immediately!

• Trouble breathing

• Bleeding that won't stop

• Continuously vomiting

• Vomiting blood (Frank blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds are both concerning)

• Vomiting paired with loss of appetite/energy

• Loose stool paired with loss of appetite/energy. Especially black, tar-like stool.

• Bloated stomach (especially paired with vomiting)

• Pale gums

• Yellow tone in gums/eyes

• Red dots on gums

• Unable to urinate / straining

• Seizures (one after another or lasting longer than 2 minutes are the most concerning)

• Ataxia (sudden stumbling, uncoordinated, falling over, etc.)

• Acting strange, eyes dilated, overstimulated (overreactive to touch/sounds)

• Store medications, supplements, essential oils, e-cig products, gums & candies securely.

• Make sure your pet has a collar/tags with the current phone number on it.

• Avoid new bones/chews - consider choking hazards before giving your pet anything.

• Be aware of your pet's limitations, behaviorally & medically - Management/prevention is key.

• Prepare for possible issues during the holidays with family & friends... Do not expect your pet to adjust to the commotion & holiday festivities.

• Make sure your first aid kit is stocked.

• Make sure you have your pet's medications refilled ahead of time - Don't wait!

• Educate yourself on toxic or problematic foods such as;

   garlic, macadamia nuts, onions, raisins, xylitol, any kind of pork products, any kind of grease, chocolate, espresso/coffee, etc among many others. Click the button below for an updated list of foods that can be harmful to your pet.