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Winter Holiday Hazard from the ASPCA Poison Control Center Plants It is primarily found in windshield washer fluid, gas line antifreeze, solvents, paint removers and varnishes. Ingestion can cause vomiting, abdominal pain, central nervous system depression and metabolic acidosis. It is rap and clinical signs occur quickly. Food Items These holiday food items could cause problems for your pet if ingested: Hazards around the Christmas Tree Christmas tree water may contain fertilizers, which, if ingested, can cause stomach upset. Stagnant tree water can be breeding grounds for bacteria, which can also lead to vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea, if ingested. Electric cords- Avoid animal exposure to electric cords. If they were chewed, they could electrocute your pet. Cover up or hide electric cords, never let your pet chew on them. Ribbons or tinsel can get caught up in the intestines and cause intestinal obstruction. Batteries contain corrosives. If ingested they can cause ulceration to the mouth, tongue, and the rest of the gastrointestinal tract. Glass ornaments can cut the tissues of the gastrointestinal tract if ingested. Potpourris are popular household fragrances commonly used during the holiday season. Pets are often exposed to liquid potpourri by direct ingestion from simmer pots or spills, or by rubbing against leaky bottles or simmer pots containing the potpourri, or from spilling the containers upon themselves. Oral exposures result following grooming. Exposure of pets to some types of liquid potpourris can result in severe oral, dermal, and ocular damage. Dry potpourri generally doesn't cause those issues, but there may be problems due to foreign body and (possibly) toxic plant ingestion. Source: http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=463  
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