Burnt Store Animal Hospital
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    • Canine Physical Therapy
  • Online Pharmacy & Store
  • Pet Hazards
    • Toxic Foods and more
    • Toxic Plants
    • Household Items
    • Predators and other Deadly Creatures
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​​Pet Hazards

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Animal Poison Control Center
(888) 426-4435


​If you suspect your pet has ingested a hazardous substance, please contact Poison Control IMMEDIATELY.
​They will assign you a Case number and direct you to the next steps.

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As beautiful as Southwest Florida is, there are many things that could potentially harm our four-legged friends. ​From the food ​on the table to plants around the house and more, there are many things to be cautious of.

Click on the links below for What to Avoid:

​​~ ​Toxic Foods
and Grain is NOT bad*

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​~ ​Toxic Plants

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~ Household Items

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​~ Predators and other Deadly Creatures

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Weather Hazards

Here are some important safety tips for those very hot & cold days:
Pets Safety Tips: Seasonal Pet Care. Hot Weather: Don't leave your pet in the car, Keep your pet hydrated, Know signs of overheating, Keep paws away from hot pavement. Cold Weather: Keep pets indoors, Tap on the hood before starting your car, Protect your dog with a warm dry coat when outdoors, Check and wipe their paws
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Sign: In high summer temperatures, dog's paws could get burnt! Attention: The ground can get much hotter than the surrounding air: Air temperature 25 degrees Celsius / 77 degrees Fahrenheit = Asphalt temperature 52 C / 125 F; Air 31 C / 87 F = Asphalt 62 C / 143 F; Air 35 C / 95 F = Asphalt 65 C / 149 F. How to avoid burn: -'Seven-second test': If the back of your hand can't stand the heat on the asphalt, it's too hot for a walk. -Walk your dog on grass or in meadows. -Walk your dog at times when the ground is cooler - early in the morning or late in the evening.
Chart: How hot is too hot? Risk levels 1-5. 1: No evidence of risk: Have fun outside! 2. Risk is unlikely: Have fun outside, but be careful! 3. Unsafe potential, depending on breed. Keep an eye on your pet outdoors. 4. Dangerous weather developing. Use caution. 5. Potentially life-threatening heat. Avoid prolonged outdoor activity. 60 degrees F - Level 1 for Small, Medium, and Large Dogs. 65 F - Levels 1 for Sm., Med. Level 2 for Lg.; 75 F - Level 2 for Sm., Med., Level 3 for Lg.; 75 F - Level 3 for ALL; 80 F - Level 3 for Sm., Med., Level 4 for Lg.; 85 F - Level 4 for Sm., Med., Level 5 for Large; 90 and 95 F - Level 5 for ALL. Add one level of risk for Obese, Brachycephalic breed, Under 6 months old or elderly dogs. Decrease 1 Level of risk if area is shaded from sun or if water is available. Petplan chart. Gopetplan.com

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Chart: How cold is too cold? Levels 1-5. 1. No evidence of risk: Have fun outside! 2. Risk is unlikely: Have fun outside, but be careful! 3. Unsafe potential, depending on breed. Keep an eye on your pet outdoors. 4. Dangerous weather developing. Use caution. 5. Potentially life-threatening cold. Avoid prolonged outdoor activity. 15-10 degrees Celsius / 60-50 F - Level 1 for Small, Medium, and Large dogs. 7 C / 45 F - Level 2 for Sm., Med., Level 1 for Lg. 4 C / 40 F - Level 3 for Sm., Med., Level 2 for Lg. 1 to negative 1 C / 35-30 F - Level 3 for ALL. Neg. 4 C / 25 F - Level 4 for Sm., Med., Level 3 for Lg. Negative 6 C / 20 F - Level 5 for Sm., Level 4 for Med., Level 3 for Lg.  Negative 9 C / 15 F - Level 5 for Sm., Level 4 for Med., Lg. Negative 12 C / 10 F or LOWER - Level 5 for ALL. Add TWO levels of risk if wet weather is present. Decrease one level of risk if a Northern breed or heavy coat or if the dog is acclimated to cold.

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​16480 Burnt Store Rd.
​Suite 106B
Punta Gorda, Florida 33955
(239) 315-0729
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Office Hours
Monday: 8:00AM-6:00PM
Tuesday: 8:00AM-6:00PM
Wednesday: 8:00AM-6:00PM
Thursday: 8:00AM-6:00PM
​Friday: 8:00AM-6:00PM
Saturday : 9:00AM-3:00PM

Sunday: ​10:00AM-4:00PM
CLOSED: ​ New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day (Monday, May 26th), Independence Day, Labor Day, ​ Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
  • Welcome!
  • Our Doctors
  • Services
    • Canine Physical Therapy
  • Online Pharmacy & Store
  • Pet Hazards
    • Toxic Foods and more
    • Toxic Plants
    • Household Items
    • Predators and other Deadly Creatures
  • Moringa / Skin & Coat
  • Kerr's Angel Fund
  • Testimonials
  • Contact