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Is Daffodil toxic to dogs and cats?

Narcissus spp. · Amaryllidaceae

Yes — Daffodil is toxic to pets (high). Dogs that dig; also cats

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Why it is toxic

Lycorine and related alkaloids plus oxalate crystals; the bulb is by far the most toxic part

How fast symptoms appear: 15 minutes to a few hours

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Severe vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Drooling
  • Low blood pressure
  • Tremors
  • Irregular heartbeat after bulb ingestion
What to do first
  1. Phone the vet, and go in if a bulb was chewed rather than a leaf or flower.
  2. Estimate how many bulbs are missing and bring the packaging.
  3. Fence off the bed — dogs typically return to dig again.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Decontamination if recent, intravenous fluids, anti-sickness medication and cardiac monitoring.

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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.