Beware These Poisonous Plants

Amaryllis
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The bulb typically produces large trumpet-shaped flowers that are red or white. They grow 4 to 10 inches tall. Common symptoms after your dog or cat eats it include:
 
• diarrhea
• Vomiting
Abdominal sensitivity
Drooling
• Sudden weight loss
Trembling
 
 
Lily
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This flower is highly toxic to cats and even small amounts can damage the kidneys. The whole plant is poisonous - even pollen. You may notice drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, or no symptoms at all. The key is to get your cat to the veterinarian right away. Lilies are far less harmful to dogs, but they can irritate the mouth and stomach, especially calla lilies.
 
Sago palm
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You may know them as coontie palms, cardboard palms, cycads, or zamias. Yes, the seeds are especially bad. One or even two can cause symptoms such as:
 
• Vomiting
• diarrhea
• depression
 
 
Tulip
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Colorful cup-shaped flowers herald the arrival of spring. But if your furry friend mistakes them for treats, they can be a real problem.While any part of the plant can irritate the mouth and throat, the bulbs are the most toxic. Is. If your pet eats some of these, they may have trouble breathing, drool, or have convulsions.
 
Holly
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Slapping, drooling, and head shaking are signs your pet has eaten holly. As with prickly leaves, toxins are also part of the problem and can take a toll on your mouth and stomach.You may soon notice vomiting, diarrhea and a bad mood. Some species are more poisonous than others.
 
Mistletoe
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If you love using real mistletoe for your holiday events, keep it out of reach of your pets. The berries can cause vomiting, diarrhea, breathing problems, low heart rate, and even ataxia (unsteady gait) and seizures in dogs and cats. Begonia
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The most toxic part that can cause kidney problems is under the root. So pets have to empty the pot to the ground to get there. However, leaves and flowers are also poisonous. May irritate the mouth of dogs and cats and cause vomiting, drooling and difficulty swallowing.
 
Oleander
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Shivering, drooling, seizures, muscle weakness, and extreme vomiting are just a few of the signs your pet may have eaten this highly toxic plant. Take your pet to the doctor immediately as it can strain your heart.
 
Schefflera
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This common houseplant may be known as an umbrella tree or star leaf. Adds greenery to your home and is easy to clean. However, if your pet chews it, it can cause vomiting, drooling, and difficulty swallowing, as well as an intense burning and irritation in and around the mouth.
 
Plants cut outside
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Flowers and plants cut outdoors and brought indoors can be toxic to pets. Azalea and hydrangea cuttings are two common culprits. Foxgloves, irises and daffodils can also cause serious problems.
 
Marijuana
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If you decide to keep this plant indoors, be very careful. It can cause vomiting, drooling, rapid heart rate, seizures, hypothermia, and even unconsciousness and coma.
 
What you can do for your pet
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Keep poisonous plants away from pets. Remove leaves and other debris that might entice them. If you think your pet has eaten something toxic, especially if it shows signs of illness, contact your veterinarian or emergency veterinarian. Take a picture of the plant or take the plant part or vomit to a veterinarian to find out what your pet has eaten. There is a line

04 Jan 2023