Toxicities

Xylitol is gaining popularity in the human health and fitness world. It is a sugar alcohol that is healthier than table sugar (cane sugar), due to its lower glycaemic index and fewer calories. It is used to sweeten table-sugar-free products such as gums, candies, and baked goods. Xylitol is highly toxic in dogs. Its affect … Read more

  Humans have struggled with rodent infestations for years. Through science and technology the means of reducing and controlling infestations have improved. Unfortunately, due to rat bait becoming more palatable for rats, ensuring that they ingest it, our pets started to ingest it too. We’ll talk you through what to do if your dog eats … Read more

  Chocolate is well loved by humans everywhere. The only real danger of chocolate for humans is gaining weight or acquiring dental issues. Dogs find chocolate equally delicious, and even though cats are pickier eaters, the affect chocolate has on them stays the same. What exactly is this affect? Let’s answer the question, ‘Can cats … Read more