Spring Plants and Your Pet

Flowers, Pets, and Toxins!

It is springtime!  Many families spend the warm days outside, planting new flowers for the season!  However, some of those plants can be toxic to your pet.  Common toxic plants for pets include lilies, sago palms, azaleas, pothos, and snake plants, which can cause symptoms ranging from oral irritation to kidney failure, seizures, and death. Immediate veterinary care is necessary if ingestion occurs. 

Toxic Plants

    • Houseplants: Aloe vera, PothosSnake Plant (Mother-in-law’s tongue), ZZ Plant, Philodendron, Jade, and Dumb Cane
    • Garden Plants: Lilies (highly toxic to cats), AzaleasSago Palm (extremely dangerous), Chrysanthemums, and English Ivy.
 

Key Symptoms and Actions

  • Signs: Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, difficulty breathing, lethargy, and seizures.
  • Action: If you suspect your pet has ingested a toxic plant, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison helpline immediately.

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