Poisonous Flowers for Dogs
It is that time of year again…. SPRING!!! Flowers are blooming everywhere. It is quite the beautiful sight to see, but our dogs may be trying to snack on them. A lot of people do not realize that some of the most beautiful blooms are hazardous to dogs. Continue reading while we pinpoint some of the most toxic flowers for dogs.
- Amaryllis – This flower is most certainly a beauty, but they are known to cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and vomiting in dogs.
- Baby’s Breath – It sounds harmless, but it is not. On the poisonous scale, Baby Breath is low, however, it is a quick way for your dog’s intestinal tract to dislike them.
- Begonia – This is a toxic flower that can cause excessive drooling, difficulty swallowing, and vomiting.
- Carnations – Did you just receive a bundle of carnations for a special occasion? Be on the lookout for your dog! If they delve into this bundle of flowers, they will end up with symptoms such as vomiting and/or diarrhea.
- Daffodil – Bright, yellow, and beautiful! They are everywhere! Believe it or not, your dog may experience heart problems or low blood pressure if they consume one of these flowers.
- Tulip – This delicate flower is not so delicate in the dog world. Consumption may lead to some irritation in the mouth, including drooling and difficulty swallowing.
For a full list of plants and flowers that are poisonous to dogs, conduct additional research on the ASPCA’s website. We also recommend that if you discover that your dog has eaten a toxic plant and they are experiencing some of the symptoms mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian immediately!
