Dr. Charlotte Hacker, a wildlife biologist, has some worrying news about the chemicals commonly found in plastics, such as BPA and phthalates. These and other harsh chemicals in plastics are known to disrupt endocrine systems in both humans and dogs.

From developmental issues to cancer, Dr. Hacker outlines the risks associated with plastic exposure and gives practical advice on how to reduce your dog's contact with harmful plastics.

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Dr. Hacker’s article about plastics and dog cancer risk: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/causes-and-prevention/can-plastic-cause-cancer-in-dogs/

Lawn chemicals also pose a risk to dogs: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/causes-and-prevention/lawn-chemicals-herbicides-and-pesticides/

Filtering your water is a good idea: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/causes-and-prevention/pharmaceuticals-in-drinking-water/

Don’t sear that meat, and why kibble might be a cancer risk: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/causes-and-prevention/acrylamide-in-dog-food/

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction from Molly Jacobson

02:45 - What is BPA and Why Should We Be Concerned?

05:15 - BPA in Food and Household Products

07:00 - Other Dangerous Chemicals in Plastics

10:30 - The History of Plastic and Its Rise to Ubiquity

15:00 - Environmental Impact: Plastics and Wildlife

19:00 - Plastics and Cancer in Dogs

24:00 - How to Reduce Plastic Exposure in Dogs

29:45 - Final Thoughts: Don't Panic, What You Can Do

40:00 - Podcast Outro

Get to know Charlotte Hacker, MS, PhD: https://www.dogcancer.com/people/charlotte-hacker-ms-phd/ 

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