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Can dogs and cats eat chrysanthemum?
Short answer on chrysanthemum: toxic 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.
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What changes between dogs and cats?
Dogs and cats both have a toxic verdict.
Dogs and cats get the same answer here. Each column below lists its own signs to watch and sources.
Chrysanthemum safety for dogs
Chrysanthemums are toxic to dogs. Contact with or ingestion of the plant can cause digestive upset, drooling, poor coordination, and skin irritation.
Toxic principle: sesquiterpene lactones, pyrethrins, and other irritants
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- excessive salivation
- poor coordination
- dermatitis
Chrysanthemum safety for cats
Chrysanthemums are toxic to cats. Contact with or ingestion of the plant can cause digestive upset, drooling, poor coordination, and skin irritation.
Toxic principle: sesquiterpene lactones, pyrethrins, and other irritants
Watch for
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- excessive salivation
- poor coordination
- dermatitis
Questions owners ask about chrysanthemum
Can dogs eat chrysanthemum?
Chrysanthemums are toxic to dogs. Contact with or ingestion of the plant can cause digestive upset, drooling, poor coordination, and skin irritation.
What should I do if my dog ate chrysanthemum?
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 chrysanthemum and dogs?
vomiting, diarrhea, excessive salivation, poor coordination, dermatitis. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
Can cats eat chrysanthemum?
Chrysanthemums are toxic to cats. Contact with or ingestion of the plant can cause digestive upset, drooling, poor coordination, and skin irritation.
What should I do if my cat ate chrysanthemum?
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 chrysanthemum and cats?
vomiting, diarrhea, excessive salivation, poor coordination, dermatitis. 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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