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PRESS RELEASE
RELEASE DATE: Immediately (November 24, 2006)
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Gene Baierschmidt
(801) 261-2919 

HUMANE SOCIETY WARNS OF DANGERS OF ANTIFREEZE TO PETS

As colder weather approaches and people start to winterize their cars, the Humane Society of Utah reminds the public that most commercial antifreeze products are very sweet-tasting and attractive to domestic pets - and they’re also deadly poison.

"There are some antifreeze manufacturers who have recognized this problem and developed formulas that don’t possess the lethal combination of good taste and toxicity," says HSU Executive Director Gene Baierschmidt. "But, unfortunately, these aren’t widely marketed and buyers may have to ask for them specifically. However, it’s well worth the extra effort to know that you don’t have a jug of potential disaster in your garage - for both animals and children."

All containers of antifreeze of any type should be stored in safely secured places and used with caution, and any spilled liquid should be cleaned up thoroughly and immediately.

Symptoms of antifreeze poisoning in a pet include staggering, vomiting, coughing, and glazed eyes. The animal should be rushed to a veterinary clinic at once if such signs appear.

For further information, please call 261-2919.

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