TOXIC PLANTS FOR DOGS
Beware: Some spring plants and flowers can be toxic to your dog
Many varieties of spring flowers can be poisonous to dogs. The problem with dogs is their curiosity that leads them to sniff, smell and taste everything, whether it’s good for them or not.
Depending on the type of plant, the leaves, stems, bark, roots or fruit can be toxic. If ingested, symptoms range from rashes on the skin or mouth, irritation to the mucus membranes, a painful tongue or lips, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramps. More serious symptoms include tremors, heart and respiratory and/or kidney problems, convulsions and even death.
If you suspect your dog has eaten a flower or plant in your yard and has possibly been poisoned, consult your veterinarian immediately. It’s important for him/her to know specifically what plant/flower your dog ate. If you’re unsure of the name, it is wise to bring the plant or flower to a nursery in order to identify it properly.
Here is a partial list of common garden plants that can be deadly to dogs:
- Aloe
- Amaryllis
- Asparagus Fern
- Autumn Crocus
- Azaleas
- Bird of Paradise
- Black Locust
- Bleeding Heart
- Bloodroot
- Buckeye
- Bulbs
- Caladium
- Castor bean or castor oil plant
- Chinaberry tree
- Chrysanthemum
- Cilantro
- Cyclamen
- Daffodil
- Daphne
- Dumbcane
- Elderberry
- Elephant Ear
- English Ivy
- Flamingo Plant
- Flower bulbs
- Fox glove
- Gladiolas
- Golden Chain
- Hemlock
- Holly
- Horse Chestnut
- Hyacinth
- Hydrangea
- Iris
- Ivy
- Jasmine
- Kalanchoe
- Lace Fern
- Larkspur
- Laurels
- Lily-of-the-Valley
- Macademia Nut
- Marijuana
- Mistletoe
- Morning Glory
- Monkshood
- Narcissus
- Nightshade
- Oak trees
- Oleander
- Onion
- Philodendron
- Pothos
- Privet
- Red Sage
- Rhododendron
- Rhubarb
- Sago Palm
- Schefflera
- Star of Bethlehem
- Stinging Nettles
- Thorn Apple or jimsonweed
- Tomato Plant
- Tulip
- Virginia creeper
- Wild and cultivated cherries
- Wisteria
- Yew
- Yucca
TOXIC HOLIDAY PLANTS
Poinsettias
Poinsettias fill homes with color during the holidays. Poinsettias have received bad publicity in the past whereas in fact, poinsettias are not very toxic to pets. They do contain a milky sap that can irritate the mouth but if signs develop they are usually mild.
Mistletoe
Mistletoe can be very toxic to animals and you should seek veterinary consultation immediately if your pet has potentially ingested any part of the plant. Mistletoe can cause vomiting, severe diarrhea, difficult breathing, shock and death within hours of ingestion.
Holly
There are many species of Holly (genus Ilex) Berries and leaves can be a problem although signs of poisonings are generally mild, and include vomiting, belly pain, and diarrhea.
Lily
One of the most toxic household plants for cats is the common lily. In fact, eating as little as two or three leaves from the flowers can result in liver failure and, if left untreated, can have a fatal outcome for cats. Lilies are a widely used houseplant, with 10 to 11 million plants produced annually within the United States. Some of the most common lilies are Easter lilies, Tiger lilies, Japanese show lilies, Rubrum lilies, and Day lilies.
Symptoms & Types
One of the most immediate symptoms of lily poisoning is the sudden onset of vomiting. In addition, cats that are experiencing lily poisoning will often exhibit signs of depression, diarrhea, dehydration, and lack of appetite (anorexia).
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Sago Palm
Lilies
Plants containing cardiac glycosides – dogbane, foxglove, milkweed, kalanchoe, lily of the valley & oleander
Blue-green algae
COMPLETE LISTS OF TOXIC & NON TOXIC PLANTS FOR DOGS, CATS & HORSES
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants
POISONOUS & EDIBLE PLANTS FOR GOATS
https://fiascofarm.com/goats/poisonousplants.htm
