This is an EMERGENCY — go to the nearest 24-hour vet hospital RIGHT NOW.
RexVet does NOT handle emergencies. We can help with follow-up AFTER your pet is stabilized.
Suspected Poisoning — New York City, NY
Suspected pet poisoning — your dog or cat may have ingested something toxic (chocolate, grapes, xylitol, antifreeze, sago palm, lily, medication, household cleaner, rodenticide). Time is critical. Even small amounts of some toxins can be fatal within hours.
Do this RIGHT NOW
- Call Pet Poison Helpline (1-855-764-7661) or ASPCA Poison Control (1-888-426-4435) IMMEDIATELY — they triage by phone 24/7
- Try to identify what was ingested + how much + when
- Bring the packaging or product to the ER if possible
- Get to the nearest emergency animal hospital
- Do NOT induce vomiting unless specifically instructed by Poison Control (some toxins are worse coming back up)
Phone numbers — call from the car
- Pet Poison Helpline: 1-855-764-7661 $85 consultation fee — answers immediately, follows the case
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control: 1-888-426-4435 $95 consultation fee
Do NOT do this
- × Do NOT wait to see if symptoms develop — many toxins have a deceptively quiet early phase
- × Do NOT give milk, salt, or hydrogen peroxide unless Poison Control specifically tells you to
- × Do NOT try to treat at home with internet remedies
- × Do NOT delay the ER trip even if your pet seems okay right now
Most common causes
- Chocolate (dark > milk, dose matters)
- Grapes, raisins, currants
- Xylitol (sugar-free gum, peanut butter)
- Lily ingestion in cats (fatal kidney failure)
- Sago palm (deadly — common in FL)
- Antifreeze (ethylene glycol)
- Rodenticides
- Human medications (NSAIDs, antidepressants, ADHD meds)
- Marijuana and THC products
After your New York City pet is stable, RexVet can help
After your pet is stabilized at the ER, RexVet can help with post-incident follow-up: continued anti-nausea medications, appetite stimulants, GI support, and decisions about ongoing monitoring. We are not a substitute for emergency care.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this an emergency I should go to the ER for?
YES — suspected poisoning is a true veterinary emergency that needs in-person ER care immediately. RexVet does NOT handle emergencies. Get to the nearest 24-hour animal hospital in New York City right now. Call ahead if possible. Call Pet Poison Helpline (1-855-764-7661) during the drive.
Where do I find a 24-hour emergency vet in New York City?
Search "emergency animal hospital New York City" or "24 hour vet New York City" on Google Maps right now. Most metro areas have 2-4 24/7 ER hospitals. If you have a regular vet, call their after-hours line — many practices route to a partner ER. Do NOT delay to research the "best" ER — the nearest 24-hour facility is what matters in the first 30 minutes.
Can RexVet help with suspected poisoning by video?
No — not during the active emergency. RexVet does not provide emergency care. After your pet is stabilized at the ER and discharged, RexVet can help with: After your pet is stabilized at the ER, RexVet can help with post-incident follow-up: continued anti-nausea medications, appetite stimulants, GI support, and decisions about ongoing monitoring. We are not a substitute for emergency care.
What are the most common causes of suspected poisoning in pets?
Chocolate (dark > milk, dose matters); Grapes, raisins, currants; Xylitol (sugar-free gum, peanut butter); Lily ingestion in cats (fatal kidney failure); Sago palm (deadly — common in FL).
What should I NOT do for suspected poisoning?
Do NOT wait to see if symptoms develop — many toxins have a deceptively quiet early phase; Do NOT give milk, salt, or hydrogen peroxide unless Poison Control specifically tells you to; Do NOT try to treat at home with internet remedies; Do NOT delay the ER trip even if your pet seems okay right now.
Suspected Poisoning response in other FL/NY/VA cities
This page is an emergency reference. RexVet does NOT provide emergency veterinary services. Always call a 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital for life-threatening situations. Medical review by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM.