Antifreeze can be deadly to pets!
The ASPCA and National Animal Poison Control Center have issued the following warning regarding antifreeze and your pet.
Antifreeze has a sweet taste and can be attractive to pets. Ethylene glycol is the most dangerous and also the most common form of antifreeze. Unfortunately, very small amounts can be lethal to pets. As little as one teaspoon of antifreeze can be deadly to a cat; less than four teaspoons can be dangerous to a 10-pound dog. The following are guidelines for pet owners to follow to avoid pet exposures to antifreeze:
Antifreeze Poisoning Prevention Tips
• Clean up antifreeze spills immediately.
• Check your car regularly for radiator leaks.
• Always store antifreeze containers in areas that are inaccessible to your pets.
• Never allow your pets to have access to the area when you are draining antifreeze from your car.
• Propylene glycol is a less toxic form of antifreeze and should be used instead of ethylene glycol.
If you suspect your pet has ingested antifreeze, contact your veterinarian immediately!
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For ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center consultation services contact 1-888-4ANI-HELP.
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