Spring Plants that Are Dangerous to Pets
The yellow flowers are gorgeous and a staple around Easter, but they are extremely toxic to horses, dogs and cats. An animal that ingests daffodils, especially the bulb, can experience diarrhea, tremors, vomiting and excessive salivating.
A popular Easter plant and present to give, lilies are toxic to cats but are non-toxic to horses and dogs. The pollen as well as the plant itself are toxic. Signs of ingestion include weakness, vomiting, loss of appetite and fatigue. Cats can also experience kidney failure as a result.
Daisies and mums are extremely popular in spring, especially around the outside of homes and businesses. Be extra cautious while taking dogs for walks - many businesses have mums outside in large planters and it's very easy for dogs to grab a hold of them in a matter of seconds. Toxic to both dogs and cats, signs of ingestion include vomiting, excessive saliva, diarrhea and the inability to coordinate properly.
As beautiful as Azaleas are, they are very dangerous to animals. The flowers have over 250 species and are not only toxic to dogs and cats, but to horses as well. Both the flowers and the greens are not only toxic but can actually cause death. Signs of ingestion include excessive salivating, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, paralysis and weakness.
It's vital to call the vet immediately if you believe your pet ingested any amount of the plants. It's unlikely that you can be sure exactly how much the animal ate, so it's better to be safe than sorry. If you are giving an Easter present to someone that has pets, opt for a different type of plant or an entirely different present instead of one that their animals could eat and get sick. Should you want to give a plant, check the list of poisonous plants first to make sure it's not toxic.
Sources:
ASPCA: Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
Peteducation.com: Poisonous Plants for Small Pets
FDA: Lovely Lilies and Curious Cats - A Dangerous Combination
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this is great! we just got a dog this past winter and we're doing a lot of gardening. luckily, we had to throw out our mums but nothing else we planted are toxic. thanks for the info!!!
Good tips/warnings. We used to have a patch of mint growing wild, and dogs would come from all around the neighborhood to graze on it. It must have been safe, and we had the best doggie-breath anywhere around.