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Is Cyclamen toxic to dogs and cats?

Cyclamen spp. · Primulaceae

Yes — Cyclamen is toxic to pets (high). Cats and dogs

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Why it is toxic

Terpenoid saponins (cyclamin), concentrated in the tuber below the soil

How fast symptoms appear: Minutes to hours

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Drooling
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Irregular heartbeat after tuber ingestion
  • Seizures in rare severe cases
What to do first
  1. Leaves and flowers usually cause stomach upset only — call the vet for advice.
  2. Treat a dug-up tuber as urgent and go in.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Emesis and charcoal, stomach support, and cardiac monitoring after large ingestions.

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Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center plant list; Pet Poison Helpline. PetPlantGuard is complementary to veterinary care and never replaces your vet.