Toxic Poison Plants for Dogs

Toxic poisoning in dogs is difficult to immediately detect. In the wild sickness is perceived as weakness. A weak animal is easy prey. To this day the animal instinct is to hide their sickness, even from you, their trusted care taker. Unusual behavior may be a sign of poisoning. There are many and varied signs that your pet may be experiencing toxic poisoning. And there are many and varied substances that are poisonous to animals such as household chemicals,certain foods and insects and toads. And since their taste buds are not very keen, most dogs will eat just about anything having the texture of food.

All poisonings should be treated as an emergency. If you suspect poisoning in your dog, call your vet and/or poison control center right away. If ingestion took place within the past two hours it may be beneficial to induce vomiting (if the poison is not a corrosive substance) or administer activated charcoal to absorb the poison. That’s your veterinarians call. If your dog is having seizures, losing consciousness, is unconscious or is having difficulty breathing, call ahead and bring your dog immediately to your local vet or animal hospital.

Important information your veterinarian will need:

The species, breed, age, sex, weight and number of animals involved.

The animal’s symptoms.

Information regarding the exposure, including the agent (if known), the amount of the agent involved and the time elapsed since the time of exposure.

Have the product container/packaging available for reference.

Collect any samples if possible of diarhea and/or vomit in zip lock bags.

The following is a list of common plants that are toxic to dogs:

Amaryllis Vomiting, depression, diarrhea, abdominal pain, hyper-salivation, anorexia and tremors.

Autumn Crocus Oral irritation, bloody vomiting, diarrhea, shock,organ damage and bone marrow suppression.

Azalea Vomiting, drooling, diarrhea, weakness, depression of the central nervous system, and death from cardiovascular collapse.

Castor Bean (ricin)  Abdominal pain, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst, weakness and loss of appetite. Severe cases of poisoning can result in dehydration, muscle twitching, tremors, seizures, coma and death.

Chrysanthemum Gastrointestinal upset, drooling, vomiting and diarrhea, if eaten.

Cyclamen Gastrointestinal irritation, intense vomiting, in some cases death.

Easter Lilies Even a small amount may cause kidney failure.

English Ivy Vomiting, abdominal pain, hyper-salivation and diarrhea.

Kalanchoe Gastrointestinal irritation, cardiac rhythm and rate.

Marijuana Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, seizures, coma.

Oleander Gastrointestinal irritation, abnormal heart function, hypothermia and even death.

Peace Lily (Peace Lily) Vomiting,drooling, difficulty in swallowing and oral irritation/intense burning and irritation of the mouth, lips and tongue if ingested.

Pothos Swelling of oral tissues and parts of the gastrointestinal tract.

Sago Palm Vomiting, diarrhea, depression, seizures and liver failure. Especially the seeds.

Schefflera Excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing and oral irritation intense burning and irritation of the mouth, lips and tongue if ingested.

Tulips Gastrointestinal irritation, drooling, loss of appetite, depression of the central nervous system, convulsions and cardiac abnormalities.

Yew Central nervous system trouble such as trembling, in-coordination, and breathing difficulty.  Gastrointestinal irritation, cardiac failure, death.

Thank you, for caring about dogs.

Bill Dietrich,

bill@billsdogcare.com