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Plant

Hydrangea

Contact a vet if a significant amount was eaten or symptoms persist.

MildDogsCats
Lilies, sago palm and pothos kept on a high shelf away from pets

Store hazards sealed and out of reach of animals.

What to do right now

  1. 1.Remove plant material
  2. 2.Offer water
  3. 3.Monitor and call your vet for advice

Symptoms

  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Lethargy

Details

Category
Plant
Toxicity
Mild
Species affected
Dogs, Cats
Routes of exposure
Chewing leaves or flower buds, which contain cyanogenic compounds.
Urgency
Contact a vet if a significant amount was eaten or symptoms persist.

Veterinary treatment

Usually causes mild, self-limiting stomach upset, but large ingestions deserve a veterinary call.

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