As the days grow shorter and cooler, people are preparing their homes and vehicles for the winter season.  Many will be changing or adding antifreeze to their cars.  If they are not careful, this simple chore could put their pets at risk.  Antifreeze has a sweet taste that is appealing to pets, says Doctor Dennis Feinberg, President of the American Animal Hospital Association, and that attraction could be fatal:

�Even a small amount of antifreeze can be extremely toxic.  If you suspect your pet has ingested antifreeze, take him or her to your veterinarian right away. If your pet receives treatment soon after ingesting antifreeze, complete recovery is highly possible.�

The American Animal Hospital Association reminds pet owners to be sure to clean up any antifreeze spills immediately, keep antifreeze safely stored out of reach of pets and properly dispose of empty containers. 

For more pet care information or a referral to an a-a-h-a hospital, pet owners can visit healthy pet-dot-com.