Eating elephant ears can lead to mouth pain, swelling, difficulty breathing and other similar mouth-related symptoms. Dieffenbachia or dumbcane ( Dieffenbachia seguine)ĭumbcane contains crystals in its sap that may cause intense oral irritation and burning sensation as well as salivation and difficulty swallowing. Lilies are not known to be toxic to dogs. Day lilies are extremely toxic and exposure may result in vomiting, inappetence, lethargy and kidney failure. Many species of lily are extremely dangerous for cats.
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Daffodil ( Narcissus spp.)ĭaffodils also contain lycorine, potentially causing vomiting and diarrhea when ingested, as well as a skin rash if pets come in contact with the plant. Cyclamen ( Cyclamen spp.)Ĭyclamen can lead to gastrointestinal distress and skin rashes when it comes in contact with pets. Encounters with even small amounts often prove lethal. Symptoms typically develop 12 to 48 hours after ingestion and include excessive thirst, loss of appetite and coordination, weakness and difficulty breathing among other symptoms. Castor bean ( Ricinus communis)Ĭastor beans are extremely toxic because they contain the highly lethal substance ricin, which prevents cells from making proteins that are essential to keeping the body functioning. The spiky red or pink seedpods of the castor bean plant gradually dry out until they break open and reveal toxic seeds. Cardinal flower ( Lobelia spp.)Ĭardinal flower contains a substance called lobeline that leads to heart rhythm disturbances, vomiting, abdominal pain and other issues in cats and dogs. Calla lily ( Zantedeschia aethiopica)Ĭalla lilies also cause mouth irritation, drooling, and difficulty swallowing. Caladium ( Caladium spp.)Ĭaladium contains particles in its sap and juices that can irritate the mouth and cause swelling, drooling or other issues with mouth pain or difficulty breathing. Bay laurel or sweet bay ( Laurus nobilis)īay laurel contains eugenol and other essential oils that can cause gastrointestinal distress.
Ingestion can also result in multi-organ damage. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea and shock. Ingestion of autumn crocus can result in serious illness or death in dogs and cats. Contact with sap or other parts of the plant may also cause a skin rash.
Amaryllis ( Amaryllis spp.)Īmaryllis contains a substance known as lycorine, which may cause vomiting or diarrhea. If your pet gets ahold of something you think may be poisonous and begins exhibiting concerning symptoms, call your local veterinarian or the ASPCA Poison Control Center at 88. To help pet owners know which plants in their household may be cause for concern, particularly when ingested, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension has put together a list of some common culprits. That’s why responsible pet ownership also includes knowing what houseplants or common flowers may be dangerous - or even fatal - to your pets. If your pet gets ahold of something you think may be poisonous and begins exhibiting concerning symptoms, call your local veterinarian or the ASPCA Poison Control Center at 88.Įvery pet owner has probably asked their pet “What do you have in your mouth?!” at least once or twice - it’s an essential part of pet ownership. Many common houseplants and landscape plants are toxic to pets if ingested.
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