Spring Blooms and Pet Safety

Written By Susan Lincoski

Spring has sprung!

With flowers starting to bloom in our gardens and hiking areas, it is important to familiarize yourself with plants that pose a danger to your pets.

Poisonous plants to cats and dogs include:

  • Amaryllis

  • Azalia

  • Belladonna

  • Blue-green algae

  • Caladium

  • Daffodil

  • Diffenbachia

  • Elephant Ears

  • English Ivy

  • Foxglove

  • Gladiolas

  • Hyacinth

  • Hydrangea

  • Iris

  • Lillies

  • Lily of the Valley

  • Lupine

  • Milkweed

  • Mountain Laurel

  • Oleander

  • Philodendron

  • Among many others!

ASPCA is a great resource if your pet has ingested any plants to see the possible toxicity.

Signs of Toxic ingestion include:

  • Vomiting

  • Diarrhea

  • Lethargy

  • Respiratory Distress

  • Seizures

  • Incoordination

If you believe your pet has been exposed to a toxic plant or other poison, we recommend calling the ASPCA Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435. Be sure to document your case number so we can call them for reference as well to ensure your pet’s health, safety and recovery.

Be safe, and enjoy the sunshine!

Susan Lincoski
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