While Valentine's Day is a time for love and romance, it's important for pet owners to be aware of the potential dangers hidden in some popular flowers. Certain flowers, like lilies, daffodils, tulips, and hydrangeas, can be highly toxic to cats and dogs.
Loved-up couples are being warned about the potential dangers hiding in flowers this Valentine's Day. While flowers like roses, lilies, and tulips are known for expressing love and affection, some can lead to potentially fatal health problems if ingested by cats or dogs. TrustedHousesitters has collaborated with vets to understand the biggest risks to animals.
The company encourages pet owners to thoroughly examine the contents of any floral arrangements brought into their homes this Valentine's Day, as even the filler can be deadly. Five flowers for pet lovers to avoid on February 14 include: Lilies. According to the Pet Poison Helpline Toxin Trends dashboard, lilies were the most common toxin cats were exposed to on Valentine's Day in 2023. While lilies might be visually appealing, pet owners should avoid them. Vet Amanda Takiguchi, DVM, states: 'A common flower that vets warn cat owners against is lilies. Even consuming a small amount of this flower can cause deadly kidney failure in cats. Multiple species of lilies are toxic to cats, so it's best to avoid lilies altogether.” “While similar in name, Lily of the Valley flowers do not cause acute kidney failure like true lily species. Regardless, Lily of the Valley flowers are highly toxic to both dogs and cats. If ingested, this flower can cause seizures and dangerous abnormalities in heart rate and rhythm.”Daffodils are extremely poisonous for many pets, including cats and dogs. Your canine or feline companion will experience severe vomiting and health concerns if they ingest any part of a daffodil, but the bulb is particularly poisonous. Keep a close eye on your dog if they are in an area where they might dig up bulbs, as this can make them very unwell. Hydrangeas, with their leaves, flowers, and buds containing a chemical called amygdalin, pose a risk to dogs. Ingesting this popular plant can lead to a seriously upset stomach and possible side effects like a high heart rate, high temperature, and vomiting. Tulips are extremely toxic to both dogs and cats. The toxin is concentrated in the bulbs, but all parts of the plant can be harmful, and ingestion can cause excessive drooling, loss of appetite, vomiting, central nervous system depression, and even cardiac abnormalities. Carnations, another popular Valentine's Day flower, contain natural toxins that may cause mild gastrointestinal signs like vomiting and diarrhoea, as well as mild dermatitis in some dogs and cats. Roses, while not outright toxic, can still pose a threat due to their sharp thorns potentially causing injuries to a pet's mouth, throat, or paws, so ensure they are placed out of reach.Angela Laws, of TrustedHousesitters, advises: “If you’re lucky enough to receive a bouquet this Valentine’s Day, often it’s the popular flowers that look and smell great in the home, that are the most harmful to our beloved pets. “Make sure that anything you leave in reach of your pets is safe, should they get their paws on it, keeping an eye out to spot any abnormal signs that your pet has become unwell, in which case a vet should be consulted immediately.
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