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Is Tulip Bulbs toxic to dogs and cats?

Tulipa spp. · Liliaceae

Yes — Tulip Bulbs is toxic to pets (moderate). Dogs that dig

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Why it is toxic

Tulipalin A and B, concentrated in the bulb

How fast symptoms appear: Within a few hours

Symptoms of poisoning
  • Profuse drooling
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Depression
  • Rapid heart rate with large ingestions
What to do first
  1. Call the vet with an estimate of how many bulbs were eaten.
  2. Bring the packaging or a spare bulb for identification.
(888) 426-4435ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (855) 764-7661Pet Poison Helpline
What your vet will do
Decontamination if recent, then fluids and gastrointestinal protectants.

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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.