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The following is a useful link containing much information on protecting your pet (& also your child as well) from common household dangers -

http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/protect_your_pet_from_common_household_dangers/

(Sorry I don't know how to shorten the link...)

Some of the things mentioned are obvious i.e antifreeze - but some not so obvious - i.e cocoa

There's also a useful link about which plants are poisonous to pets. Lilies and lily pollen are especially poisonous to cats and the two should not be in the same household.