Poisonous Plants For Dogs: Save Your Dog’s Life & Get Rid Of These Now

Some common household plants can be lethal to our furry companions. Find out which plants are harmful to have around your dog before it’s too late. If you have any of these toxic plants in your home, be proactive and immediately get rid of them. It could save your dog’s life.

Article Overview

• Pet Poison Statistics
• Which Plants Are Toxic To Dogs?
• Safe Plants For Dogs
• Symptoms Of Plant Poisoning
• What Should I Do If My Dog Ate A Toxic Plant?
• Poisonous Plants For Pets Infographic
• Pet Insurance May Help Cover The Vet Bill

Pet Poison Statistics

Pet poisoning from plants is a problem. A study on pet-safe plants done by Honest Paws revealed that:

• Toxic plants poison 14,000 pets every year¹
• The ASPCA receives more than 233,000 cases of potential animal poisonings annually²
• Plant poisoning is the 8th most reported pet toxin, accounting for 6% of all poison incidents²

Plants & Flowers Poisonous To Dogs

The following plants and flowers shouldn’t be around dogs because of the side effects they cause. Some can be lethal, so be cautious and remove these plants from your home and keep them out of your flower beds and garden to keep your dog safe. The level of toxicity depends on the amount ingested and your pet’s size.

*Cardiotoxic plants pose the highest risk to your pet because they cause the heart to weaken.

NOTE: This list is not fully comprehensive but includes some of the most common garden plants.

Plants & Flowers Safe For Dogs

The following plants and flowers are generally safe for dogs to be around, but we suggest speaking with your vet about them before you include them in and around your home.

NOTE: This list is not fully comprehensive but includes some of the most common garden plants.

Symptoms Of Dog Poisoning From Plants

• Cold extremities
• Decreased appetite
• Diarrhea
• Excessive salivation
• Lethargy
• Nose bleeds or blood in stool
• Racing or irregular pulse
• Rapid breathing
• Vomiting

Learn More About Dog Poisoning Symptoms

What Should I Do If My Pet Ate A Toxic Plant?

If your pet has eaten part of a toxic plant, do the following:

• Call your vet immediately
• Bring a sample of the plant with you
• Tell your vet how much your pet ingested

Learn More About Treating A Poisoned Dog

Poisonous Plants For Pets Infographic

We created this handy list of safe and toxic plants you can reference. It also includes Poison symptoms and what to do if your dog eats a plant that could be unsafe.

Pet Insurance May Help Cover The Vet Bill

Vet care for a poisoned pet can result in an expensive bill. According to Nationwide Insurance, the average treatment cost for plant toxicity is $547. That’s an unexpected bill that many of us can’t afford out of pocket. By planning ahead, pet insurance can help cover unforeseen accidents like this. You can learn more about pet insurance and decide if it’s something that could help you manage your pet-related expenses.

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Sources: [1] Honest Paws, [2] ASPCA