Contains phoratoxin and viscotoxin. Berries most toxic.
Dogs
Emergency risk
Cats
Emergency risk
Risk level
Danger
Symptoms
Vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, low heart rate, collapse, seizures
What to do now
EMERGENCY. Contact vet immediately.
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Open hubVomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, low heart rate, collapse, seizures
EMERGENCY. Contact vet immediately.
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All true lilies are extremely toxic to cats. Even small amounts of pollen or vase water can cause fatal kidney failure.
All parts of the sago palm are extremely toxic, especially the seeds. Contains cycasin causing severe liver damage.
Aloe vera contains saponins and anthraquinones that are toxic to pets, causing digestive issues.
Tulips contain tulipalin, concentrated in the bulbs. Digging up and eating bulbs is the most common poisoning route.
Poinsettias are mildly toxic. The sap can cause irritation but serious poisoning is rare.
THC is toxic to dogs and cats. Edibles are especially dangerous due to additional toxic ingredients.