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If you do not have an Emergency After-Hour Hospital or Clinic in your area and you suspect your pet has been poisoned call either: The National Animal Poison Control Center at the University of Illinois (900) 680-0000 or (800) 548-2423 or, The National Animal Poison Control Center of the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) can be reached by calling 1-888-4ANI-HELP (1-888-426-4435).

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Cost: Depending on which option is chosen, the charge is $20.00 for the first five minutes, then $2.95/minute thereafter when using the 900 number. If you use the 800 number, the charge is $30.00 per case (VISA, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express only). With the 800 access, only the NAPCC will do as many follow-up calls as necessary in critical cases and, if you wish, will consult with your veterinarian.

Note: Both the NAPCC/ASPCA phones are answered by licensed veterinarians and board-certified veterinary toxicologists 24 hours a day.

What to do if your pet has been poisoned: Immediately call the NAPCC / ASPCA and be ready to give:

Your name, address, and phone number
Information concerning the exposure (the amount of agent, the time since exposure, etc.), and if the agent is part of the Animal Product Safety Service, the consultation is at no cost to the caller. It is very important to provide accurate information on the agent.
Your pet’s species, breed, age, sex, weight, and number of animals involved.
The agent your pet has been exposed to, if known; and
The problems your pet is experiencing.

The ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center

The National Animal Poison Control Center of the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) can be reached by calling 1-888-4ANI-HELP (1-888-426-4435). The Center consults with animal owners, veterinarians, and others about poisoning exposures and other toxicology issues.

For any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Make the call that can make all the difference: (888) 426-4435. A $55 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card.

For more information regarding The ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center: http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pro_apcc.