Lilies and Raisins and Soap, Oh My!

Unexpected seasonal dangers can put your pet at risk. A few simple precautions can help.

- SARAH VINCENT

Ah, spring: The birds are chirping and the flowers are blooming. Easter is around the corner, and spring cleaning may be on your mind. It's also a time of year when curious pets get into things you wish they wouldn't. Renee Schmid, director of veterinary medicine and senior veterinary toxicologist at the Pet Poison Helpline, a 24/7 animal poison control center, has fielded more than a few panicked calls from pet owners. Here's what she has learned about avoiding spring's most common household pet dangers.

Spring clean safely.