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Can dogs and cats eat sago palm?
Short answer on sago palm: 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.
Sago Palm safety for dogs
Sago palm is highly toxic to dogs. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding, clotting problems, liver damage, liver failure, and death.
Toxic principle: cycasin
Watch for
- vomiting
- bloody diarrhea
- increased thirst
- bruising
- clotting problems
- liver damage
- liver failure
Sago Palm safety for cats
Sago palm is highly toxic to cats. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding, clotting problems, liver damage, liver failure, and death.
Toxic principle: cycasin
Watch for
- vomiting
- bloody diarrhea
- increased thirst
- bruising
- clotting problems
- liver damage
- liver failure
Questions owners ask about sago palm
Can dogs eat sago palm?
Sago palm is highly toxic to dogs. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding, clotting problems, liver damage, liver failure, and death.
What should I do if my dog ate sago palm?
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 sago palm and dogs?
vomiting, bloody diarrhea, increased thirst, bruising, clotting problems, liver damage, liver failure. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
Can cats eat sago palm?
Sago palm is highly toxic to cats. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding, clotting problems, liver damage, liver failure, and death.
What should I do if my cat ate sago palm?
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 sago palm and cats?
vomiting, bloody diarrhea, increased thirst, bruising, clotting problems, liver damage, liver 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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