The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has a toxic response team. If you suspect an animal has been poisoned by feed or by pesticide, lead or other hazardous substances, take these steps:
Food Animals
- Contact your veterinarian immediately.
- Do not send the animal or its meat, milk or eggs to market.
- If your veterinarian determines that poisoning is a possibility, they should call:
- (608) 294-0801 or (608) 224-4500 (weekdays 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
- (800) 943-0003 (nights and weekends)
Pets and Other Animals
- Contact your veterinarian immediately.
- If your veterinarian determines that poisoning is a possibility, they should call (608) 294-0801 and leave a voicemail and telephone number if nobody answers.
Wild Animals
- Contact your local humane society, animal control officer, or Department of Natural Resources Service Center.
- Call (608) 294-0801. Leave a voicemail and telephone number if no one answers.