Whether you have a cat or a dog that likes to reach up high - having flowers or plants can be cause for worry - if your pet is a frequent muncher.
Here's a list of the top toxic and non-toxic flowers and how to recognise the signs of plant poisoning in your pets. For a complete list however, visit the RSPCA's site.
Top Non-Toxic Flowers
AsterAlstromeria
Celosia
Daisies
Fern Varieties
*Lilies (safe for dogs but toxic to cats)
Marigolds
Orchids
Pansies
Petunia
Roses
Snapdragons
Sunflowers
Spider Plant
Violets
Zinnia
Image: Ash Elizabeth
Top Toxic Plants and Flowers
Aloe VeraAmaryllis
Azalea
Baby’s Breath (toxic to dogs but safe for cats)
Begonia
Birds of Paradise
Carnation
Chrysanthemum
Daffodils
Dieffenbachia
Eucalyptus
Iris
Ivy
Mother in Law’s Tongue/Snake Plant
Narcissus
Oleander
Poinsettia
Sago Palm
Tulips
Wisteria
How To Recognise The Signs Of Plant Poisoning In Pets
If you're worried your cat or dog has chewed on the Tulips call your vet straight away. They'll let you know how best to proceed. Some signs of poisoning can include:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Weakness & Lethargy
We hope this helps inform your next flower purchase! A lot of pets aren't a worry when it comes to chewing the plants, but puppies and kittens particularly get into everything and some never outgrow it! Keep this in mind if that's your pupper or kitten.
