Pet Emergency: What to Do

1. Stay Calm
2. Call (727) 786-5755
3. Be prepared with info:
   • Type/Breed
   • Details of problem
   • Any changes
4. Be aware. Pets may bite if ill or injured.

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 5:30PM-7:00AM
Weekend: Saturday Noon -
     7:00AM Monday morning
Holidays: Open 24 hours

Phone (727) 786-5755

Location

30610 US Highway 19 N,
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
One block north of Curlew Road on the west side Please call ahead for advice and so we can prepare your arrival.

Directions to
Veterinary Clinic

• to Vet from Clearwater downtown and south
• to Vet from Tarpon Springs, New Port Richey and north
• to Vet from Oldsmar and east Directions from Trinity
• to Vet from Tampa

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Flowers and Plants Poisoness to Your Pets

Houseplants and outdoor flowering plants can give your home and yard a warm, welcoming feeling but if you have pets, you need to be aware that some of these plants are not very welcoming to them.

As a matter of fact, many flowers have a sap that is an irritant to pets. They will cause discomfort in the mouth, tongue and esophagus and can cause vomiting or diarrhea.  Others are much more dangerous. Some plants will cause severe illness and in the worst cases, even spell death for your beloved four legged friend.

Lilies

There are many different types of lilies. Some are less harmful to pets (especially cats) and others are extremely toxic.  The peace, Peruvian and calla lily will all cause minor problems in cats. This can include discomfort in the mouth, tongue and esophagus. It may even cause minor drooling.

More toxic and extremely dangerous to cats are the tiger, day, Asiatic, Easter and Japanese show lily. These lilies can be fatal even in small doses. Just a couple of petals or leaves eaten can have disastrous consequences.  Ingestion of these lilies can cause severe kidney failure.

If you think your cat has eaten any part of a lily, bring him to your veterinarian immediately. It is a good idea to also bring the lily for identification. Prompt treatment is the key to recovery.

Oleander

The oleander is a very popular outdoor flowering plant or bush.  This is a beautiful plant but the flowers and leaves are toxic to your pet.  If your pet ingests any part of the oleander it can cause severe vomiting and may slow the heart rate. Consult your veterinarian immediately if your pet has been nibbling on an oleander plant.

Daffodils

Many people are unaware that daffodils can be harmful to their pets. Ingestion can cause severe vomiting and diarrhea, abdominal pain and may slow respiration. Minor drooling may also be a sign that your pet has been eating a daffodil. Seek veterinary care quickly if you suspect your pet has symptoms of toxic daffodil poisoning.

Hibiscus

The hibiscus plant is known to be toxic to dogs. If your dog ingests hibiscus he may experience severe vomiting and diarrhea. He may even be vomiting blood. Consult your veterinarian regarding how best to treat your dog.

Many plants have varying levels of toxicity for dogs and cats. If you have a dog or cat it is best to do some research before you bring plants into your home or plant them in your yard.