Understanding Antifreeze Poisoning In Cats

Ethylene glycol is the active ingredient in most brands of antifreeze, but it’s highly toxic to cats, and ingestion can be fatal if not treated promptly. Even if you keep your antifreeze out of your cat’s reach, they can still be exposed to it if a neighbour spills a little while filling their coolant tank or if any cars in your neighbourhood have a leaking coolant tank. It is thought that cats find antifreeze to have an appealing, sweet taste, so it’s a common form of poisoning during the winter months.…