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Can dogs and cats eat azalea?
Short answer on azalea: a veterinary emergency for both dogs and cats. See what to watch for and the veterinary sources behind each answer.
If your pet ate this, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately.
Call ASPCA: (888) 426-4435One food, two pets
What changes between dogs and cats?
Dogs and cats both have a emergency verdict.
Dogs and cats get the same answer here. Each column below lists its own signs to watch and sources.
Azalea safety for dogs
Azaleas and rhododendrons are toxic to dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and dangerous heart effects.
Toxic principle: grayanotoxins
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- weakness
- cardiac failure
Azalea safety for cats
Azaleas and rhododendrons are toxic to cats. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and dangerous heart effects.
Toxic principle: grayanotoxins
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- weakness
- cardiac failure
Questions owners ask about azalea
Can dogs eat azalea?
Azaleas and rhododendrons are toxic to dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and dangerous heart effects.
What should I do if my dog ate azalea?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with azalea and dogs?
vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, cardiac failure. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
Can cats eat azalea?
Azaleas and rhododendrons are toxic to cats. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and dangerous heart effects.
What should I do if my cat ate azalea?
Contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling.
What symptoms should I watch for with azalea and cats?
vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, cardiac failure. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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