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Briefing: Dogs can overdose too: Naloxone training can save pets as well as humans

Strategic angle: Opioid-class drugs pose overdose risks for both humans and pets, highlighting the importance of Naloxone training.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-21 · 1 MIN READ

Opioid medications are commonly prescribed for pain relief in both humans and animals.

Illicit use of these substances increases the risk of overdose.

Naloxone can be a lifesaver for pets experiencing an opioid overdose.