If you plan onkeeping a backyard gardenor growing houseplants while simultaneously raising dogs, you need to educate yourself on the most dangerous plants out there. The 19 here is just a shortlist of the many toxic plants. Be sure to check out the ASPCA or Pet Poison Helpline before buyin...
Oleander is another highly poisonous plant. It’s popular in the south and is considered one of the most toxic plants to dogs and children. It contains a substance called cardiac glycosides which can cause heart irregularities, muscle tremors, vomiting, and diarrhea. 34. Pacific Yew Yews have ...
Holly Plants are Toxic To Dogs. When ingested, most pets lip smack, drool, & head shake excessively due to the mechanical injury from the spiny leaves.
Plants benefit you and your dog’s health unless your furry friend starts eating the leaves or chewing on branches. Some common houseplants are toxic for dogs, so it’s essential to stay aware, keep them out of reach, or teach your pets to stay away. Keep reading to learn what ...
The Danger Of Aloe Plants Around Pet Dogs Also known as aloe vera, this common houseplant is part of the Liliaceae family. To humans, it can help soothe minor burns and skin irritation but is toxic when eaten by pet dogs. Oftentimes causing an excess buildup of mucus and water in their...
One of those toxic plants would be Milkweed. According to thePet Poison Hotline website,Milkweed, also goes by the names of Giant milkweed, Cardiac Glycoside, and Asclepias. This plant can interfere directly with electrolyte balance within a dog's heart muscle. ...
One of those toxic plants would be Milkweed. According to thePet Poison Hotline website,Milkweed, also goes by the names of Giant milkweed, Cardiac Glycoside, and Asclepias. This plant can interfere directly with electrolyte balance within a dog's heart muscle. ...
Now that May has arrived, Massachusetts gardeners that have green thumbs and pets might want to be aware: many of the plants commonly sold in the state can be toxic for animals. From daisies to daffodils, decorative plants in your home or garden could be hazardous for cats, dogs, or even...
How can such a commonly used veggie be so dangerous to our pets? It’s due toN-propyl disulfide, a toxic chemical found in onions. This onion component causes dogs and cats to lose their red blood cells, resulting in anemia. The toxin causes oxidative damage by sticking to the oxygen mol...
Are Spider Plants Toxic To Dogs? By: Gary Antosh Mention getting a new indoor plant and the first image that comes to most minds is the spider plant or Boston fern. The spider plant, aka Chlorophytum comosum (kloh-roh-FY-tum kom-OH-sum) is a popular plant. An interesting fact, it ...