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Is Kalanchoe toxic to dogs and cats?

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, Kalanchoe daigremontiana · Crassulaceae

Yes — Kalanchoe is toxic to pets (high). Dogs, cats and livestock

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Why it is toxic

Bufadienolide cardiac glycosides

How fast symptoms appear: Stomach signs within hours; heart effects may be delayed

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Drooling
  • Lethargy
  • Irregular heartbeat after a large ingestion
What to do first
  1. Call the vet — mention that this is a cardiac glycoside plant so an ECG is considered.
  2. Note roughly how much of the plant is missing.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Decontamination, ECG monitoring, intravenous fluids and antiarrhythmics if needed.

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