Chocolate toxicosis in pets

Chocolate is made from the fermented, dried then roasted beans of Theobroma cacao (Figure 1). After roasting, the shell is removed, and the remaining nibs are ground to cocoa mass which is liquefied...

Decontamination of cats and dogs with suspected poisoning

Any animal that is exhibiting signs of cardiovascular collapse, respiratory distress, or profound neurological depression should be stabilised before decontamination is attempted. If dermal...

Plant toxicosis in birds: educating owners

The avocado, often known as the alligator pear, is a large fruit-bearing tree native to Central America, South America, Mexico, some regions with the Caribbean, and warm locations within the US (e.g....