Plants to keep away from your pet
Summer has arrived, which means that the weather is getting warm and plants are in full bloom. Most people have plants around their house, but did you know that some commonly known plants are toxic to your pet? Here is a list of a few plants to keep away from your pet all year round!
Mum
The first plant that can be toxic to pets is the mum. Though they begin to bloom in late July, they are more widely considered a fall plant. Mums are known for their varieties in both color and type. They may be perfect for your backyard garden, but they can also be an irritant and toxic to cats and dogs. Common signs that your pet may have eaten a mum may include vomiting, drooling, and diarrhea.
Tulip
Known for their beautiful color and photogenic characteristics, Tulips are an annual that you can plant in Autumn for a spring bloom. These plants have become incredibly popular for DIY gardeners. Even though the bulb is the most poisonous part of the plant, the flowers can also cause issues with your pet. Keep an eye out for symptoms like oral irritation, excessive drooling, and nausea in dogs while cats may experience an irregular heartbeat that requires immediate medical attention.
Sago Palm
Sago palms are often regarded as great houseplants due to their hardy nature and ease of care. Though all parts of the plant are considered toxic to pets, they will produce a bright orange or yellow seed that is highly toxic to pets during the mid-summer to fall season. For Dogs, the effects of poisoning from a sago palm range from drooling to severe liver failure. Cats also can be affected, showing symptoms such as paralysis, seizures, and vomiting.
Yew
Yew is a coniferous tree that is commonly used for many landscaping needs. In the winter, they will produce a bright red berry that is poisonous to both animals and humans. Eating the seeds and berries from this bush can cause dangerous drops in heart rate, tremors, and vomiting.
