Poisoning by rat bait
We explore the types of rat poisons, how they affect pets, what the symptoms are and what kind of treatment pets will receive.
My pet ate rat bait! What do I do now?!
Pet-proofing your home means keeping all dangerous items (including poisonous products) out of your pet’s reach. Unfortunately, accidents do happen, so it’s important for you to be prepared in the unlikely – but possible – event of your dog or cat ingesting rat poison. No matter how it came about that your pet got hold of the rat poison, it’s critical to seek veterinary intervention as soon as possible, to ensure they receive the proper care and can recover from poisoning.
My male cat keeps jumping in and out of the litter box and seems to be in pain - is it an emergency?
You notice that your male cat has been acting strangely around the litter box. He may seem restless, repeatedly visiting his litter box and straining unproductively, only to leave the litter box without actually having done anything in it. Is he constipat
You notice that your male cat has been acting strangely around the litter box. He may seem restless, repeatedly visiting his litter box and straining unproductively, only to leave the litter box without actually having done anything in it. Is he constipated? Is he struggling to urinate? Is this an emergency?
What to do when your pet goes missing
When you realise your pet is missing, it can send you into a panic. Carefully read through this step-by-step information, which will help you to prepare for what to do if your pet goes missing.
I’ve just realised my pet is not in my house or yard. I think they are missing – what should I do?!
Pets can go missing for many reasons: jumping out of the car when you’re making a pitstop, running after other dogs while at the dog park, escaping the yard during a thunderstorm, or even an indoor cat finding herself outside, feeling disoriented and hiding somewhere nearby. It’s a terrifying experience to realise that the dog or cat you assumed was at home… is nowhere to be found.
