top 10 hazards for pets in 2006:

The following is the aspca's list of the top ten hazards encountered by pets in 2006.

1. human medications - This has actually been number one on their list for years and they recommend storing your pills in a secure area.

2. insecticides - The highest percentage of cases were due to products that kill fleas, ticks, and other insects.

3. veterinary medications - Sometimes the right medication can be prescribed but it can be used wrong and they recommend following the label directions very closely.

4. plants - Some toxic plants families include lilies, azalea, rhododendron, sago palm, kalanchoe and schefflera. Whatever the plant though they recommend discouraging your dog from chewing on any plants.

5. rodenticides - This includes rat and mouse poisons.

6. household cleaners - These quite simply need to be stored in a secure place.

7. chocolate - This is always on the list and the caffeine in chocolate can be dangerous for dogs.

8. chemical hazards - This is a new one to their list and includes products such as antifreeze, paint thinner, drain cleaners and pool/spa chemicals.

9. physical hazards - These include things that can be choked on. They recommend taking extra care for items that can be broken, chewed up or swallowed.

10. home improvement products - This includes products such as paint, glue and other home construction materials.