It's pretty simple really - READ THE LABEL!... so why do some pet owners still do it?.... Is it because we're lazy or we think we're saving a few dollars?

While some human and animal medications are similar, it's safe to assume ALL of them are different and that human meds will either make our pets very sick and at worst - KILL them!

Emergency vet Dr Katrina Gregory from the St Kilda Veterinary Clinic in Melbourne has seen it all and offers some good advice for all pet owners.