Veterian Key

Chapter 38 Citrus Oils Konnie H. Plumlee, DVM, MS • Citrus oils can be toxic even though they have a natural origin. • Citrus oils are used in some products…

Chapter 37 Christmastime Plants Sharon M. Gwaltney-Brant, DVM, PhD • Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) ingestion can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and excessive salivation in pets. • Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera truncata), mistletoe…

Chapter 35 Carbon Monoxide Kevin T. Fitzgerald, PhD, DVM “Down and out of breath.” Shakespeare • Carbon monoxide is a product of incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons and is produced by…

Chapter 33 Botulism E. Murl Bailey, Jr., DVM, PhD • Botulinum toxins are the most toxic substances known. • Animals are susceptible to at least three of the seven known…

Chapter 32 Arsenic Regg D. Neiger, DVM, PhD • Arsenic is a ubiquitous element. • Ingestion of arsenic-containing ant and roach baits is the most common exposure scenario in dogs…

Chapter 31 Anticonvulsants Rodney S. Bagley, DVM • There are numerous anticonvulsant medications on the market today for companion animals, each with its own unique side effects and toxic effects….

Chapter 29 Amitraz Jill A. Richardson, DVM • Amitraz is primarily used to treat demodicosis in dogs, but is also used for external parasites in several species. • The most…

Chapter 28 Acetaminophen Rance K. Sellon, DVM, PhD • Expected single toxic doses of acetaminophen range from 600 mg/kg (dogs) to 50 to 100 mg/kg (cats). Toxicity may be observed…

Chapter 27 Poisonings in the Captive Reptile Kevin T. Fitzgerald, PhD, DVM, Rebecca Vera, AAS, CVT “Gentle mercy even to the snakes” Shakespeare • Exotic animals are increasingly being kept…