/b/veterinary-news/posts/122383 Direct Line has revealed the results of a small survey which found that 78% of veterinary surgeons had treated pets for ingesting human medicines in the last year. 100 vets took part in the study, of which 28% reported that they had cases where ownersen-USTelligent Community 10https://www.vetsurgeon.org/b/veterinary-news/posts/122383Mon, 13 Oct 2014 14:30:35 GMT146601cc-3922-4be7-9974-7e1d4e45a66b:54473bca-2723-4c0d-9fd1-e1c086054ee1Tim Gooders0<p>I am not surprised at the result of this survey; it is very much in line with Forum Animal Health&#39;s feedback during Lunch and Learn on Apometic. It does highlight the importance of giving clients clear advice on medicating their pets and always using the name of the medication that you have prescribed, rather than the active. Accidents will always happen and so sharing three simple steps:</p> <p>1, Stop the animal from eating any more.</p> <p>2, Ring the practice and ensure there is a vet on site ready to treat the emergency</p> <p>3, Bring the wrapping if available, it is vital you know the active not just the brand name.</p> <img src="https://www.vetsurgeon.org/aggbug?PostID=122383&AppID=5&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">