There are around 50 species of poppies to ch­oose from. Antifreeze tastes good to dogs, but even very small amounts are highly toxic. Even adults should avoid carrying sharp or blunt objects that could cause injury if they trip and fall. These are the bright burning objects you see ejected from Roman candles, shells, mines etc. Usually the pyrotechnic composition is mixed with a binder and a small amount of solvent to make a doughy mass which is then fashioned into stars, although some use has been made of so-called pressed stars, which involve the composition being pressed extremely hard into a mold with a hydraulic press or similar, thus doing without the solvent. Make sure you and/or your trick-or-treaters don’t leave without a flashlight to see and be seen in the dark, as well as identification and a cell phone in case someone gets separated from the group. The USDA Hardiness Zone Map zones these areas as 3-9. Depending on exactly where you are, you should check the zone map closely to see what will work best for you. Standing on long, hairy stems, most poppies will do just fine with little water. If you’re buried, you’re going to be pumped full of a few gallons of toxic embalming fluid, which will soon leach out of your corpse and then out of your casket, which will most likely be stored for posterity in a cemetery that uses tons of pesticides and astronomical amounts of water to keep it looking nice.

The cats occasionally chew at my spider plants or dracena when I have them down to water. This enemy is not about to surrender; you have to wipe it out down to the last egg, because there’s no such thing as peaceful coexistence in this case. Mushrooms put out enzymes that break down organic material and remediate toxins in the soil – they’ve even been touted as the answer to cleaning up everything from nuclear meltdowns to oil spills. Technically speaking, we should point out that poinsettias aren’t completely harmless. Throw out any fruit and any candy that’s not in its original packaging. Once you have the costumes under control, it’s time to address the candy part of the night. Safe candy and costumes will get you a long way toward a smooth Halloween evening, but they won’t get you all the way there. Chocolate also has a lot of fat, so the cat or dog’s pancreas will not enjoy it either. The potential toxicity of such a mixture depends entirely on what plants are in it, but even nonpoisonous floral potpourri can irritate your dog’s gastrointestinal system and cause vomiting or diarrhea. Yeast dough can rise and cause gas to accumulate in your pet’s digestive system.

Essential oil toxicity can cause stomach ulcers and damage the kidneys and liver. Emergency treatment for a pet with xylitol toxicity involves giving the animal IV fluids containing dextrose to raise its blood glucose level and carefully monitoring its progress. When DOGS eat xylitol their body thinks that the dog has eaten sugar. It was the rainy season, and the veterinarian’s assessment was that she had eaten a mushroom that had popped up overnight in our backyard. Using her own hair, nails and skin cells as food salt for dogs her mushrooms, she developed the best mushroom variety for the job: the Infinity Mushroom. Your veterinarian will let you know which oils are potentially harmful and can also provide you with information about the best carrier oils to properly dilute essential oils for dogs, as well as appropriate dosages. Some will also treat for ticks. These fascinating flowers are an eye-catching treat. Tummy aches can ruin the fun and are a very common aftereffect of Halloween. But before you buy one, make sure you’re aware of these five common fish tales about the beautiful betta fish. With proper care, a pet betta can live for two to four years.

Matt Leighton, a longtime betta fish owner and editor of VivoFish, says bettas should be kept in tanks no deeper than 12 inches (30 centimeters). Bettas were first introduced to the U.S. This can be very difficult to recognise, because all tradescantia leaves first emerge with their edges rolled inwards! Don’t discard plant clippings where they can be easily accessed. The seeds of the ginkgo plant contain an antivitamin called ginkgotoxin. With its long history as a topical medication used for the treatment of wounds, yarrow is a powerful plant. The top of the soil should feel dry to the touch but completely dried out soil spells trouble for this plant. Dogs are naturally attracted to check out small moving creatures. Unfortunately, myths abound about these intriguing creatures. The poinsettia is native to Mexico and “blooms” in late fall in its natural habitat, which is why many call it the Christmas flower. Natural flea and tick preventatives that use essential oils can be problematic, according to veterinarians. One natural option is a boric acid-based powder.