Poisonous plants of spring
Gardening season is here and soon the flowers will be everywhere we look. While we are excited for the colors, we need to be aware of the dangers that spring plants can pose for our pets. This is not an all-inclusive list, but rather a list of some of the most common spring plants and their toxicities so you know how to pet-proof your garden and keep your pet safe.
Tulips and Hyacinth
Make sure your dog isn’t digging up the bulbs in the garden. When the plant parts or bulbs are chewed or ingested, it can result in skin irritation, depression, drooling and upset stomach. With large ingestions of the bulb, more severe symptoms such as an increased heart rate and changes in respiration can be seen. Dogs showing any of the above symptoms should be treated by a veterinarian.
Daffodils
Every part of the daffodil is poisonous to dogs. Ingestion of the bulb, plant or flower can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite and even possible cardiac arrhythmias or respiratory depression. Crystals are found in the outer layer of the bulbs, similar to hyacinths, which cause severe tissue irritation and drooling. If a dog eats too many daffodil bulbs, it can die so if an exposure is witnessed or symptoms are seen, we recommend seeking veterinary care.
Lilies
Ingesting any plant in the lily family can poison cats, however the potentially fatal lilies are true lilies, and these include Tiger, Day, Asiatic, Easter and Japanese Show lilies. Even small ingestions (such as 2-3 petals or leaves) can result in diarrhea, dehydration, loss of appetite and depression. If left untreated, death can occur within 1 week of consumption. If your cat is seen eating any part of a lily, bring your cat (and the plant) immediately to a veterinarian for medical care.
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