The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is the premier animal poison control center in North America. The APCC is dedicated to helping animals exposed to potentially hazardous substances by providing 24-hour veterinary diagnostic and treatment recommendations.

The center is committed to protecting and improving the lives of animals through toxicology educational programs, consulting services, and the review of case data as an alternative to traditional animal research.

Animal Poison Control Hotline

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is the best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The toll-free number is: 888-426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply).

APCC experts have a wide range of information specific to animal poisoning. They also have an extensive collection of individual cases—more than one million—involving pesticide, drug, plant, metal, and other exposures in food-producing, wildlife, zoo and companion animals. Annually, the APCC handles over 130,000 cases.

APCC Resources for Professionals

These pages introduce the animal poison control resources that the APCC makes available to veterinary professionals and professionals in industry, agriculture, and government who want timely, accurate information and education about animal-related toxicology.

APCC Consulting Services

The APCC provides extensive veterinary toxicology consulting for legal cases, formulation issues, product liability, regulatory reporting, and biosurveillance, among other subjects. Learn more about our highly specialized consulting services.