These plants contain several toxic principles, but the most dangerous is Lycorine. Cats exposed to this toxin may experience shaking, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain. Colchicum autumnale Common Names:Autumn Crocus, Meadow Saffron The toxic principles of this plant are alkaloids, incl...
From daisies to daffodils, decorative plants in your home or garden could be hazardous for cats, dogs, or even horses if eaten. The ASPCA hasa long list of plantsthat are typically found in homes, gardens, or nurseries around the country that can be dangerous — and in some cases, even ...
If a plant is poisonous to cats, assume that all parts of the plant are poisonous, even though some parts of the plant may have higher concentrations of the toxin than others. Toxic doses can vary widely from plant to plant. In some cases, ingesting a small amount can have devastating r...
Mistletoe contains toxic substances like pharatoxin viscumin and toxalbumin that are extremely dangerous to cats and dogs. The plant and its berries can cause breathing problems, a sudden drop in blood pressure, vomiting, diarrhea, hallucinations, seizures and sometimes death. Be it fresh or dried...
Although Lilies are super popular in flower arrangements and bouquets, few people know these flowers are also extremely dangerous to cats. While all parts of the lily are toxic to your feline friend, it’s the pollen that’s the trickiest as it can super easily end up on your cat’s fur...
So I will list the most common types of plants that can be found in peoples homes and gardens. However when you do buy new plants, it is best to ask at the garden centre etc. if they know if the plants are dangerous to cats....
” Some of the most poisonous plants for dogs and cats are reviewed below. While there are thousands of species of plants and flowers, only a small percentage of plants are truly dangerous and poisonous to your pet. Make sure you know which plants are most deadly to avoid your dog or ...
These plants are commonly found during spring. Daffodils contain lycorine that can cause dangerous arrhythmias from cardiac changes. One of the most common part that causes daffodil poisoning to dogs are the bulbs if ingested because they contain the most potent toxin. Also, the dust from the bul...
It really surprised me that morning glory are toxic to both dogs and cats. I love the morning glory vine and grow a bunch from seed each year. And there’s the problem. Some species are super dangerous when lots of the seeds are ingested by your cat or dog. Yikes. ...
All parts of the Milkweed plant are considered toxic. A suggestion may be to rid any area where your pet roams of milkweed. The downside is. according to theHealthy Paws website,is that Milkweed is a primary food source for Monarch caterpillars, and destroying the plant may be harmful to...