Poison Plants and your Pets
Poison Plants and your Pets
Did you know that the Pet poison Helpline, the nation's most trusted animal poison control center, has identified more than 200 commons plants as producers of physiologically active or toxic substances that are dangerous to pets?
The effects of these poisonous plants can range from mild nausea to death! Vulnerability to plant toxicities depends on pet species, amount ingested and the size of your pet.
Many common household plants can harm your pet. True lilies and day lilies can cause rapid onset of kidney failure in cats. If you share your home with cats, it is critical that you do not bring these flowers inside and ensure cats do not access them outdoors. Exposure to Any Part of the plant, including leaves, flowers, pollen, or even the water from the vase may result in acute kidney failure. These ingestion are medical emergencies requiring immediate veterinary care.
The link below has a long list of the plants you should be aware of to keep your pet safe.
About Pet Poison Helpline
Pet Poison Helpline is a 24/7 animal poison control service available for pet owners and veterinary professionals who require assistance with treating a potentially poisoned pet. Their experts can consult on all toxins and all species. Pet Poison Helpline is the most cost-effective animal poison control service in North America, Canada and the Caribbean. Pet Poison Hotline is happy to partner with Nationwide and is available for free to Nationwide policy holders. You can reach them at 855-289-0358.
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