05/19/2026
Spring doesn’t just bring warmer weather. It brings predictable increases in toxic exposures.🌷
From lilies and chocolate to xylitol, rodenticides, and cleaning products, seasonal risks shift quickly this time of year. The challenge? Many clients don’t recognize the danger until symptoms appear and by then, time matters.
In this Trends article, developed with Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT (Pet Poison Helpline), you’ll find:
🌿 Common spring toxins
👀 Clinical signs to watch for
🩺 Triage and team communication considerations
🗣️ Practical client education strategies
It also includes a printable client handout 📄 you can use in exam rooms or at discharge to reinforce prevention and early intervention.
Because when it comes to toxic exposures, early recognition — even before symptoms — can make all the difference.
🔗 Read the full article and download the handout: https://hubs.li/Q047-72L0
For additional client-friendly education you can share year-round, encourage pet owners to follow our Healthy Pet Instagram page for accessible, preventative guidance 🐾