[ladyjane]

FYI about these packets:

https://www.facebook.com/notes/aspca.../487401049631/

From the above link:


FAQ: When I buy a new pair of shoes or some electronics there is a little bag in the box that says on it "Do not eat." Are these poisonous to my pets?

A: These little packages are filled with silica gel. It is an inert substance that absorbs moisture. It is printed with "Do not eat" as it is not a food substance (sometimes these are found in medication bottles). The good news is that silica gel is non-toxic. However, if your pet eats the permeable plastic packet that contains the beads it can cause vomiting or get stuck in the digestive tract.

For more answers to common pet poison-related questions, visit ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.

*This information is being distributed by a double boarded veterinary toxicologist (ABVT and ABT).

The American Board of Veterinary Toxicology (ABVT) and the American Board of Toxicology (ABT) are internationally recognized certification organizations for toxicology. Members of both boards have demonstrated competence in toxicology and are employed by industry, academia, and governmental agencies.