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Is Rodenticides (Rat Poison) toxic to cats?

Emergency

Different types of rat poison have different toxic effects, from internal bleeding to kidney failure and brain swelling.

What signs are listed for cats?

Listed for cats in the Borzi reference. A cat can be sick without every sign on this list.

  • Internal bleeding
  • Neurological damage
  • Death

What if a cat gets into it?

If a cat may have eaten this or gotten it on their skin, call a vet now. In the US, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center answers at 888-426-4435. This page is a reference, not a diagnosis.

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Check your entire room for hidden cat hazards in 10 seconds

Pick a room. These items are in the Borzi reference, and they hide in ordinary houses.

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