The Veterinary poisons information service (VPIS) provides expert support and advice on poisoning in animals. They are able to do this thanks to their extensive database of over 200,000 previous cases and access to the most recent research and scientific data on toxins in animals. They can offer advice on over 1000 different toxic substances!

They offer a 24-hour emergency telephone service to veterinarians, allowing us to phone for support if needed.  This provides us with the most up to date information and current ‘best practice’ on how to manage animals that are suspected to or have eaten toxic substances.  Ultimately, this helps us to create the most optimum treatment plan for your pet.

The VPIS now offer direct support to the public and pet owners too. Currently, their public helpline is open Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm. For a consultation fee, you are able to seek advice about any potential concerns of posoining in your pet. Please follow this link to read more about this new service.

As always, our clients are always able to phone us here at Hollybank too. We will be able to guide you with common poisons based on our experience. However, in some cases we may still direct you towards VPIS and their specialist service.