Articles by Robert H. Poppenga, DVM, PhD, DABVT

Flora and fauna: Hazardous biotoxins for pets (Proceedings)

Aug 1, 2008
By: Robert H. Poppenga, DVM, PhD, DABVT

While scores of potentially toxic plants may be ingested, relatively few plants account for the majority of exposures.

To test or not to test: Effective use of toxicology laboratories (Proceedings)

Aug 1, 2008
By: Robert H. Poppenga, DVM, PhD, DABVT

The establishment of a toxicologic diagnosis requires the same approach as that for any non-toxicologic diagnosis: obtaining a comprehensive history, establishing a minimum database, collection of appropriate samples for analysis and correct interpretation of laboratory results.

The pet food recall: Perspectives from the trenches (Proceedings)

Aug 1, 2008
By: Robert H. Poppenga, DVM, PhD, DABVT

What was the sequence of events leading to the recall?

Effective decontamination strategies for poisoned horses (Proceedings)

Aug 1, 2008
By: Robert H. Poppenga, DVM, PhD, DABVT

Once a determination has been made that an animal has been exposed to a toxicant or is intoxicated, a general approach to case management should adhere to the following principles.

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