Many common plants contain substances that can be harmful to dogs or even fatal. People who own dogs, or happen to be walking dogs, are always looking for new plants that aren’t toxic to our furry friends. Many people are unaware that many plants can be toxic to dogs and cause serious health problems. Not only can the plants cause visible symptoms by damaging the skin or by causing an allergic reaction, but many plants are also toxic to dogs internally. These plants include daffodils, dogwood, elder, foxglove, hyacinth, lilac, orchid, parsley, poison ivy, and walnut.
Autumn Crocus
The Autumn Crocus is a highly toxic plant that looks and smells like a colorful flower. It is related to the Jack O’Lantern plant, which is also harmful. Both plants contain a substance called methyl jasmonate, which can harm dogs when they eat the leaves of the plants.
Azalea
One of the most common types of dog poison is azalea. The most important thing to remember about azaleas is that they only grow in the U.S., so if you have them in your yard, make sure to keep them away from your dog. The most obvious signs of poisoning in dogs are depression, vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle tremors.
Cyclamen
Cyclamen are the “red” poinsettias for your Christmas table, but you may not realize that a few of these bulbs contain toxic alkaloids. These alkaloids and a few others are potent poisons that can cause poisoning in dogs and cats. Although cyclamen do not generally cause death or severe illness, they are toxic, with effects including vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, and respiratory problems. The alkaloids can also affect the central nervous system, which can cause seizures, coma, and even death.
Kalanchoe
Also known as the “Hawaiian plant,” the kalanchoe is a poisonous plant known to be dangerous for dogs. Kalanchoe plant poisoning is the most common cause of emaciation in dogs. It is the most toxic plant globally, but few people realize that it is a common houseplant. It is extremely dangerous for your dog to eat the kalanchoe plant, especially if you have dogs that eat grass.
