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Up to 40 Credits £1,820.40 + VATThe VPIS Annual Report for 2025 is now available on our website. We received 32,000 enquiries in 2025, made up of 12,031 Veterinary Poisons Information Service (VPIS) cases, 19,804 APL cases and 165 APL Member cases. Most enquiries involved dogs (79.9%) followed by cats (18.7%) and rabbits (0.8%). The most [...]
We recently received details of a case involving beef cattle who were suspected to have ingested native hogweed (Heracleum sphondylium) and rough chervil (Chaerophyllum temulum). The vet in charge of the case was able to provide images of the plant matter, and as confirmed by our botanist, these species were identified. [...]
National Meadows Day is an annual celebration of wildflower meadows across the UK, which this year falls on the 6th July. As seen below, we tend to get an increase in the number of hogweed (Heracleum species) poisoning cases received around this time of year. Heracleum is a genus of [...]
Taking samples, such as stomach contents/tissue/urine/blood are often beneficial for the diagnosis and management of toxicity cases. In cases where toxicity is suspected but not confirmed, we can discuss test results and confirm the likelihood of certain toxins. In fatal cases, sample collection can be useful for diagnosis post-mortem. Samples [...]
We are seeing an increase in blue green algae cases; this is likely to continue with the warmer weather conditions over the coming months. Exposures in animals usually occur when they drink water from ponds or water bodies where the algae have bloomed. In dogs, exposures have occurred as a [...]
We receive a lot of calls at the VPIS from vets who have already started treatment before speaking to us. We understand that poisoning cases can cause some concern and that it is tempting to start decontamination as soon as an animal presents but, if the animal is well or [...]
Following a number of recent reports of confirmed and suspected appearances of blue-green algae on lakes and ponds around the UK, we would like to remind all dog owners to be vigilant when walking their dogs around water. Blue-green algae is most common in stagnant fresh water such as lakes [...]
Benzalkonium chloride (BAC) is a quaternary ammonium compound (QAC), that can be found in a wide variety of household products. In pets, cats have long been reported as more sensitive than dogs to QACs. The primary effects of BAC are due to its irritancy and systemic effects are uncommon. Common [...]
A study published earlier this year discusses the use of medical cannabis/cannabinoid supplements in pets. The interest in the use of medical cannabis has increased in recent years in both human and veterinary fields. In Denmark, there are no veterinary-licensed medical cannabis or cannabinoid supplements, and it is illegal to [...]
With lots of us getting our gardens ready for spring we have noticed a rise in enquiries involving animals exposed to patio cleaners. The ingredients of these cleaners can differ; however, most contain benzalkonium chloride (BAC), which is also found in many household disinfectants. Exposure most commonly occurs when the [...]
