Acetaminophen rises to top 10 pet poisons in 2025 - DVM360

What happened

DVM360 reported on the Pet Poison Helpline’s 2025 findings, highlighting that acetaminophen has risen into the top 10 list of pet poisons for the year.

Key facts

• Acetaminophen, a common over-the-counter pain reliever, is toxic to pets.
• The article reflects U.S. poison-case trends from 2025.
• Pet Poison Helpline’s annual report card informed the coverage.

What pet owners should do

• Never give pets acetaminophen or other human medications without veterinary guidance.
• Store all medicines in pet-proof containers.
• Seek immediate veterinary care if ingestion is suspected.

Related coverage

• Read the article on DVM360 →
• Read PetPilot's coverage from Pet Poison Helpline →
• Read PetPilot's coverage from PR Newswire →