Yes, wisteria is toxic to both cats and dogs. Every part of the plant contains toxins, but the seeds and seed pods are the most dangerous. Even a small amount of chewed seeds can make a pet very sick. The culprits are two natural compounds, lectin and wisterin. They can cause repeated vomiting, diarrhea, and…
Yes, irises are toxic to both cats and dogs. All parts of the plant can cause irritation, but the rhizomes, the thick underground stems, contain the highest concentration of irritating compounds. The good news first: most iris poisonings in pets are mild to moderate. The usual signs are drooling, vomiting and diarrhea. You should still…
Yes, peonies are mildly toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains paeonol, a natural compound that can irritate the gut and trigger vomiting and diarrhea. The risk is usually low. A nibbled petal tends to cause mild stomach upset at most, and many pets show no signs at all. Root bark and older woody…
Chrysanthemums are toxic to both cats and dogs. Every part of the plant, from the petals to the leaves and stems, contains natural chemicals that can make your pet sick if chewed or swallowed. The main culprits are pyrethrins, natural insect-repelling compounds the plant produces to protect itself. In pets, they can cause drooling, vomiting,…
Hydrangeas are toxic to both cats and dogs. Every part of the plant contains cyanogenic glycosides, natural compounds that can release small amounts of cyanide when chewed and digested. The good news: most hydrangea nibbles cause stomach upset, not a life-threatening emergency. A pet would usually need to eat a fair amount of plant material…
Yes, geraniums are toxic to both cats and dogs. The common garden geranium, whose botanical name is Pelargonium, contains two natural compounds called geraniol and linalool that can make your pet sick. This matters more than you might think, because geraniums are everywhere in summer. They fill window boxes, balcony planters and porch pots across…
Begonias are toxic to both cats and dogs. That is the short answer, and it applies to the whole plant family, from wax begonias in garden beds to rex begonias on your windowsill. The good news: most begonia nibbles cause mild to moderate symptoms, not emergencies. The highest concentration of the irritating compounds sits in…
Kalanchoe is toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains cardiac glycosides, compounds that can upset the stomach and, in larger amounts, affect heart rhythm. Most cases cause mild to moderate belly trouble, but it is smart to keep this popular supermarket flowering plant away from curious nibblers. Here is what happens if your pet…
Mistletoe is toxic to both cats and dogs. If your pet takes a small nibble, the most likely result is an upset stomach. Larger amounts can affect the heart and blood pressure, and that needs a vet. That does not mean you have to skip festive greenery. It means you should know where your mistletoe…
Yes, hyacinths are toxic to both cats and dogs. Every part of the plant contains harmful compounds, but the bulb holds the highest concentration. That matters most in winter, when hyacinth bulbs are sold everywhere for indoor forcing. A pretty pot on your windowsill can look like a snack or a toy to a curious…
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