{"id":1395,"date":"2021-05-17T13:01:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-17T17:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyhillsvets.com\/blog\/?p=1395"},"modified":"2024-04-03T10:40:53","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T17:40:53","slug":"the-most-dangerous-plants-for-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyhillsvets.com\/blog\/the-most-dangerous-plants-for-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Dangerous Plants for Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Many pets tend to ignore greenery, but that doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re immune to the risks of certain plants. You could own a plant for many years without it becoming an issue for your pet, until one fateful day their curiosity gets the best of them. The key to avoid an issue is to simply remove all potential threats, and we\u2019ve got the scoop on the most dangerous plants for pets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scan their Environment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It isn\u2019t uncommon to have certain plants growing in the yard, or on the windowsill, that present health risks to pets. Educating yourself on what\u2019s growing around your pet is part of an important defense against potential poisoning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An awareness of your pet\u2019s behavior is also necessary. If your pet prefers to munch<\/a> on leaves, or stomp around in garden beds, we recommend taking a close look at the variety of flowering plants or shrubbery. Your pet might generally display little interest in plants, but be careful when bringing cut flowers into the home. This may be a novelty to your pet and could present a dangerous situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Highly Toxic Plants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lilies are one of the most dangerous plants for pets. While they can make dogs very sick, they can be fatal for cats. Even if they don\u2019t eat parts of the plant, the pollen itself picked up on the feet or face can be toxic. It is a good idea not to grow any varieties of lily in the yard, and try not to ever bring cut lilies into the house for display. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attractive Vegetation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pets are naturally drawn to vegetation (the smells and sensations found in green patches are unrivalled). Be careful that your pet doesn\u2019t have access<\/a> to bulb plants, such as daffodils, crocus, and tulips. Flowering shrubs like rhododendron, hydrangea, and azaleas should also be off-limits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The More We Know<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All pet owners should check out this list from the ASPCA<\/a> that details the most dangerous plants for pets. To get you started, please observe if the following plants are growing in your pet\u2019s environment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n