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Is Peace Lily toxic to dogs and cats?

Spathiphyllum spp. · Araceae

Yes — Peace Lily is toxic to pets (mild). Dogs and cats

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Why it is toxic

Insoluble calcium oxalate raphides

How fast symptoms appear: Immediate on chewing

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Mouth pain
  • Drooling
  • Vomiting
  • Difficulty swallowing
What to do first
  1. Rinse the mouth and offer water.
  2. Important: despite the name this is not a true lily and it does not damage the kidneys of cats. A true Lilium exposure is a very different emergency.
  3. Call the vet if swelling or swallowing difficulty develops.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Symptomatic care — pain relief and a soft diet.

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Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center plant list; Volmer, Small Animal Toxicology (calcium oxalate plants); Pet Poison Helpline. PetPlantGuard is complementary to veterinary care and never replaces your vet.