When you're decking the halls, your furry friends might want in on the fun, but the holidays can turn toxic if you're not careful, cautions board-certified veterinary toxicologist Ahna Brutlag, D.V.M., of the Pet Poison Helpline.
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MISTLETOE: Lilies, holly, and mistletoe are more dangerous than poinsettias. Even one lily leaf or petal can trigger kidney failure in cats, and mistletoe and holly may cause Gl upset in cats and dogs.
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