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The Opinion of Veterinarians: What 5 Popular Plants are Dangerous for Cats
06.04.2023 15:55
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:25
Many houseplants are toxic to cats, so make sure it is safe for your pet before purchasing a flower. We made a list of 5 common plants.
Lilies
The whole plant is toxic to cats if eaten. Even water containing flowers becomes poisonous.
Lily can cause vomiting, diarrhea, appetite disorders, kidney failure and even death.
Daffodils
Spring flowers are also toxic to your pet if they eat the plant.
Daffodils cause cats to have low blood pressure, vomiting, arrhythmia, and excessive salivation.
In addition, the flower irritates the oral cavity and upper gastrointestinal tract.
Irritate your cat's mouth and upper gastrointestinal tract.
Lily of the valley
This plant is also completely toxic to cats. The flower causes convulsions, vomiting, diarrhea, disruption of the heart.
Eucalyptus
The oil from the leaves of the plant is dangerous for cats.
Eucalyptus can cause swelling of the respiratory tract, irritation of the oral mucosa.
Aloe vera
This popular succulent causes signs of poisoning in cats.
The reaction may include lethargy, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Leaves and pulp are dangerous.
To keep your pet out of harm's way, make the poisonous plant completely unavailable or stop buying it.
