If your cat got lost, could you:

• contact all shelters and veterinary practices in your area?

• provide them all with emergency medical information?

• confirm the identity of your pet over the phone - even if its tags are lost?

• within minutes create a "lost pet" poster with pet photo?

• mobilize a rescue network wherever you are traveling?

One single phone call can do all of this and more. Nashville Cat Clinic is partnering with HomeAgain® to help make this happen!

Microchipping saves lives and the new HomeAgain® is designed to increase even further the chance of reuniting you with your lost cat! A most reliable microchip can aid you and your lost cat with 24/7 emergency medical care, online medical information, a pet ID card, and more. Plus, it allows for easy access to your cat's medical information for boarding, grooming, and pet day care purposes.

Call Nashville Cat Clinic or click on the link below for more information on this revolutionary pet safety product today!

Make your home a safer place for your pets by keeping them away from the following hazardous household items:

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (ibuprofen, aspirin, etc..)
• Acetaminophen
• Cold & Flu Medications
• Antidepressants
• Vitamins
• Home insect products
• Rat & mouse bait
• Bleach
• Diet Pills
• Disinfectants
• Fabric Softeners
• Lead
• Lighter Fluid
• Mothballs
• Anti-cancer drugs
• Solvents (paint thinners, etc...)
• Flea & tick products
• Drain cleaners
• Liquid potpourri
• Slug & snail bait
• Oven cleaner sprays
• Lime/scale remover
• Fly bait
• Detergents
• Tobacco products

Do you have any of these plants on or around your home? If so, make sure they're in places where your pets can't reach them, or consider getting rid of them altogether.

• Aloe
• Amaryllis
• Andromeda Japonica
• Asian Lily
• Asparagus Fern
• Australian Nut
• Autumn Crocus
• Azalea
• Belladonna
• Bird of Paradise
• Bittersweet
• Black Locust
• Branching Ivy
• Buckeye
• Buddhist Pine
• Caladium
• Calla Lily
• castor Bean
• Ceriman
• Clematis
• Cordatum
• Corn Plant
• Cycads
• Cyclamen
• Daffodil
• Daylily
• Devil's Ivy
• Dieffenbachia
• Dumbcane
• Easter Lily
• Elephant Ears
• Emerald Fern
• English Ivy
• Eucalyptus
• Ferns
• Fiddle-Leaf Philodendron
• Gold Dust Dracaena
• Florida Beauty
• Foxglove
• Glacier Ivy
• Gladiolas
• Golden Pothos
• Heavenly Bamboo
• Honeysuckle
• Hurricane Plant
• Hyacinth
• Hydrangea
• Iris
• Jerusalem Cherry
• Jimson Weed
• Kalanchoe
• Lantana
• Lilies (all species)
• Lily of the Valley
• Lupine
• Marble Queen
• Morning Glory
• Mother-In-Law
• Mountain Laurel
• Nacissus
• Needlepoint Ivy
• Nephthysis
• Nightshade
• Oleander
• Panda
• Peace Lily
• Philodendron
• Poison Hemlock
• Precatory Bean (rosary pea)
• Privet
• Red Emerald
• Rhododendron
• Ribbon Plant
• Sago Palm
• Satin Pothos
• Schefflera
• Striped Dracaena
• Sweetheart Ivy
• Tulip
• Water Hemlock
• Wisteria
• Yew
• Yucca

You should never let your cat eat any of these foods. Be sure to store them where your pets can't find them.

• Avocados
• Chocolate (all forms)
• Coffee (all forms)
• Onions & onion powder
• Garlic
• Grapes
• Raisins
• Macadamia Nuts
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Moldy/spoiled foods
• Salt
• Fatty Foods
• Gum, candies, or other foods sweetened with Xylitol
• Tae Leaves
• Raw Yeast Dough

These household objects can cause puncture wounds, choking, or internal organ damage to your pets. Make sure they aren't left lying around!

• Balls (specifically balls that are small or have a smooth outer coating)
• Batteries
• Bread twist ties
• Buttons
• Coins
• Cotton swabs
• Glass
• Hair pins
• Jewelry
• Nylons
• Paper clips
• Plastic wrap
• Socks
• Rubber Bands
• Sharp Objects (knives, razors, scissors, nails, needles, etc..)
• String, yarn, or dental floss
• Towels
• Wax

Cats are more likely to be injured in these areas of your home. Keep pets away from these places or watch them closely when they're near them if possible.

• Balconies - Tall balconies without safety raiiings, or railings spaced too far apart, can lead to a dangerous fall.

• Bathtubs or sinks - Small pets can drown in full bathtubs or sinks

• Doors & Windows - Cats can run away if they find an open door or window. They can also get seriously injured if they run across a busy road. Windows should have screens to prevent cats or other pets from falling or jumping out.

• Electrical Cords - Your pets can be electrocuted if they bite or chew on electrical cords that are plugged in.

• Fireplaces - Your pets can be burned by flames or get sick if they eat the ashes

• Toilets - Toilet water is not healthy for pets to drink; always remember to close the lid. Make sure you leave plenty of clean, fresh water for your pets if you must leave them home alone.

• Washer & Dryer - Your pets can crawl into a washer or dryer without yur knnowledge; close the doors to these appliances when you're not using them.

Make sure your pets are safe as they enjoy the outdoors by keeping them away from these potential dangers:

• Algae - Can be found in ponds or other bodies of water; certain forms can be toxic.

• Antifreeze/Coolant - Some types of antifreeze or coolant products contain ethylene glycol, which is highly tozic to cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Even worse, the sweet smell and taste are attractive to animals. Always clean up any amount of this dangerous liquid, no matter how small the amount.

• Fire Pit/Grill - Flames can result in serious burns and ashes can cause illness if ingested.

• Fences or Gates - Your pets can run away if they find openings in damaged fences or gates. They can also get hurt or strangled if they get stuck.

• Deck Lattice - Your cats can get stuck in the openings under your deck and possible be strangled.

• De-Icing Salts- Some formulations may contain chemicals that are hazardous to pets if ingested in large amounts. Look for "pet friendly" de-icing salts.

• Compost - particularly if moldy

• Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs - Never leave your pet unattended near uncovered pools, even if they can swim.

The following all contain chemicals that may cause serious illness depending upon the circumstances of exposure:

• Gasoline
• Oil
• Pesticides
• Cocoa Bean Shell Mulch Fertilizer

Help your pets enjoy the holidays safely by keeping them away from potential problems on these special days!

Valentine's Day:

Flowers & Candy - Many types of flowers and plants found in bouquets are harmful to pets if they are ingested (see a list of dangerous plants on this page). Chocolate can cause vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures, and in severe cases, chocolate poisoning can be fatal.

Easter

Fake Grass - This colorful "grass" may look appetizing to your pets, but it could cause them to choke or obstruct their intestines if ingested.

Small Toys & Other Plastic Items - If swallowed, small toys and plastic Easter eggs can cause your pet to choke or even damage their intestinal tracts.

4th of July

Fireworks - Fireworks can scare your pets making them run away, or can cause serious injuries if detonated near them. many formulations are also toxic if ingested.

Halloween

Open Doors - Repeatedly opening doors to greet trick-or-treaters can increase the chances of your pets running out. Keep an eye on their whereabouts at all times. If feasible, keep cats in a secure area or closed room when opening doors.

Candles - Pets are naturally curious, and may be attracted to the bright lights of the flame in dark areas. Dogs and cats could either burn themselves by the flame or knock the candle over, starting a fire.

Xylitol - Candy or gum sweetened with Xylitol is toxic, and should be kept away from your pet.

Chocolate - All forms of chocolate can be harmful to your pet, potentially resulting in poisoning or even pancreatic inflammation from the high fat content.

Thanksgiving

Bones - Turkey, chicken, and other small animal bones are very different from the large bones you find at the pet store. These small bones splinter easily and can cause serious internal damage if swallowed, so NEVER give them to your pet!

Hot Containers - Your cat will most likely be curious when they smell something cooking. Keep an eye on hot containers so that your pet does not tip them over and/or get burned.

Christmas

Holiday Plants - Christmas roses, Holly, Lilies, and Mistletoe are all toxic to dogs and cats.

Ribbons - It may look adorable, but placing a ribbon around your pet's neck may cause them to choke.

Bubbling Lights - Older forms of this attractive decoration may contain methylene chloride, which is highly toxic.

Fire Salts - Contain chemicals that could be harmful to pets

Angel Hair (spun glass) - Can be irritating to eyes and skin, and could cause intestinal obstruction if eaten in large enough amounts

Christmas Tree Water - Stagnant tree water or water containing preservatives could result in upset stomach if ingested

Decoration Hooks - Can cause blockage and/or trauma to gastrointestinal tract if swallowed

Styrofoam - Can cause your pets to choke if swallowed

Ornaments - These can look like cat toys, but they can cause serious injury, especially if your pet swallows them

Tinsel - Can cause choking or internal trauma if swallowed

New Year's

Balloons & Confetti - These fun New Year's party decorations can cause your pets to choke or obstruct their intestines if ingested. Keep an eye on your pets when they're around these items, or move them to an area that is safer.

Loud Noises - New Year's is typically a noisy holiday. Unfortunately, loud noises frighten pets and can cause them to run off. Keep your pets in a separate room, away from noisemakers, music, and other loud sounds that may startle them