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Can dogs and cats eat yew?
Short answer on yew: 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.
The label matches, but the two answers are not interchangeable. Check the bottom line and signs to watch for your pet below.
- Bottom line differs
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Yew safety for dogs
Yew is highly toxic to dogs. Taxine can disrupt the heart and may cause tremors, breathing difficulty, seizures, acute heart failure, or sudden death.
Toxic principle: taxine alkaloids
Watch for
- muscle tremors
- difficulty breathing
- seizures
- acute heart failure
Yew safety for cats
Yew is highly toxic to cats. Taxine can disrupt the heart, and ASPCA lists acute heart failure and sudden death among the risks.
Toxic principle: taxine alkaloids
Watch for
- acute heart failure
- sudden collapse
Questions owners ask about yew
Can dogs eat yew?
Yew is highly toxic to dogs. Taxine can disrupt the heart and may cause tremors, breathing difficulty, seizures, acute heart failure, or sudden death.
What should I do if my dog ate yew?
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 yew and dogs?
muscle tremors, difficulty breathing, seizures, acute heart failure. If you notice any of these, contact your veterinarian.
Can cats eat yew?
Yew is highly toxic to cats. Taxine can disrupt the heart, and ASPCA lists acute heart failure and sudden death among the risks.
What should I do if my cat ate yew?
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 yew and cats?
acute heart failure, sudden collapse. 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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