While you wouldn't normally associate it with Christmas, plenty arrangements includes lilies. Lilies are VERY toxic to cats. Ingesting this flower can cause acute renal failure. #catsoftwitter
Twelve Days of Holiday Hazards: Day 6 Lots of Christmas presents this year will require batteries. If your cat or dog happens to swallow/ingest an alkaline battery, it can cause serious burns to their esophagus and stomach. #WednesdayWisdom#petcare
Twelve Days of Holiday Hazards Day 5: Mistletoe
While smaller quantities can cause your pet to drool or have gastrointestinal upset, larger quantities of this Christmas kissing plant has the potential of causing cardiovascular problems. #WednesdayWisdom#petcare
Twelve Days of Holiday Hazards - Day 3! Both dogs and cats have been known to chew on strands of Christmas lights. Chewing on these electrical cords can cause electrical shock and severe burns in the mouth. #dogsoftwitter#catsoftwitter#christmashazards
Day 2: FRUITCAKE While raisins are harmful to our pet's kidneys, if your dog happens to ingest any of the uncooked yeast, they will be at risk for alcohol poisoning. Yeast also has potential to expand and cause an uncomfortable and bloated belly. #FunFactFriday#didyouknow
Twelve Days of Holiday Hazards! Tinsel holds a large appeal to our feline family members. If swallowed, tinsel can cause an intestinal obstruction and became a medical emergency. #twelvedaysofchristmas#memphis
Monte may have had to make an emergency visit for some tummy troubles over the weekend, but that didnโt stop him from giving us some kisses and butt wiggles. ๐ Hope youโre feeling better, Monte! #memphis#doglovers#ilovedogs