dvm360 podcast revisits common misconceptions in toxic ingestions

A new Vet Blast Podcast episode from dvm360, published March 3, 2026, focuses on persistent misconceptions around toxic ingestions in dogs and cats, with board-certified veterinary toxicologist Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT, joining host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA to walk through common errors in triage and treatment. The episode centers on myths about when to induce emesis, when activated charcoal is useful, and when hospitalization is actually needed. That framing lines up with Schmid’s earlier dvm360 reporting, which has highlighted recurring misunderstandings around hydrogen peroxide use, xylitol dose calculations, and which lilies are truly dangerous to cats. (dvm360.com)

Why it matters: Toxicology cases are common, but in-clinic expertise is limited. Schmid has said many veterinarians receive limited toxicology training in school, and dvm360 previously reported there were only about 105 active board-certified veterinary toxicologists in the US at the time of that 2023 coverage. For veterinary teams, the practical takeaway is that “common knowledge” from pet parents, staff, or the internet can still be wrong, especially for at-home emesis, xylitol exposures, and feline lily cases, where delays or missteps can materially change outcomes. (dvm360.com)

What to watch: Expect this podcast to feed more client-education messaging this spring, especially around seasonal plant exposures, sugar-free products, and when pet parents should call a poison hotline before trying home treatment. (aaha.org)