Wisteria is poisonous to dogs and cats. Seeds and pods contain lectin and wisterin and can cause gastrointestinal and neurological signs.
Dogs
Unsafe
Cats
Unsafe
Risk level
Toxic
Symptoms
Vomiting (possibly bloody), diarrhea, abdominal pain, depression
What to do now
Contact your vet or pet poison control. Seeds and pods are the most toxic parts.
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Contact your vet or pet poison control. Seeds and pods are the most toxic parts.
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