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Black Walnuts

Danger

Contain juglone and tremorgenic mycotoxins from mold. Cause severe neurological symptoms including seizures.

Unsafe for Dogs
Unsafe for Cats

Dogs

Emergency risk

Cats

Emergency risk

Risk level

Danger

Symptoms

Vomiting, tremors, seizures, weakness, incoordination

What to do now

EMERGENCY. Contact vet immediately. Tremorgenic mycotoxin treatment needed.

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Symptoms to Watch For

Vomiting, tremors, seizures, weakness, incoordination

What to Do

EMERGENCY. Contact vet immediately. Tremorgenic mycotoxin treatment needed.

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Clinical References

  • https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control
  • https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com
  • https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/

Quick Answers

Is Black Walnuts poisonous to dogs?
Black Walnuts is poisonous or toxic to dogs. Contain juglone and tremorgenic mycotoxins from mold. Cause severe neurological symptoms including seizures.
Is Black Walnuts toxic to cats?
Black Walnuts is poisonous or toxic to cats. Contain juglone and tremorgenic mycotoxins from mold. Cause severe neurological symptoms including seizures.
What symptoms can Black Walnuts cause in pets?
Vomiting, tremors, seizures, weakness, incoordination
What should I do if my pet ate Black Walnuts?
EMERGENCY. Contact vet immediately. Tremorgenic mycotoxin treatment needed.

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