Veterian Key

Chapter 42 DEET Konnie H. Plumlee, DVM, MS • Insect repellents can contain 5% to 100% DEET. • The most common clinical signs include hypersalivation, vomiting, hyperexcitability, tremors, ataxia, and…

Chapter 41 Cyanobacteria Stephen B. Hooser, DVM, PhD, Patricia A. Talcott, MS, DVM, PhD • Blue-green algae blooms tend to occur in stagnant, eutrophic bodies of water when environmental temperatures…

Chapter 40 Cyanide Kevin T. Fitzgerald, PhD, DVM “The coward’s weapon, poison.” John Fletcher • HCN and cyanide salts are used in a variety of common industrial processes. • For…

Chapter 39 Copper Patricia A. Talcott, MS, DVM, PhD • Acute copper poisoning in dogs and cats is an uncommon occurrence. • Potential sources include copper-containing coins, copper sulfate solutions…

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…