It can be hard to remember what foods and plants are safe for our pets. That is why we have put together a handy guide to help you out. If you have any questions about toxic plants or foods, please call our friendly team on XYZ.
Symptoms of food or plant poisoning
Symptoms of food or plant poisoning can vary greatly depending on what your pet has eaten. If you see your pet eating any of the mentioned items, please call the clinic immediately.
Additionally, if you notice any of the below symptoms, please call us on XYZ
- vomiting
- diarrhoea
- increased urination
- restlessness
- hyperactivity
- muscle twitching or shaking
- seizures
Toxic plants
Some flowers and plants are toxic to our pets. If you are decorating with flowers or receive them as gifts, place them in a location your pet can’t get to.
Some flowers and plants to look out for include:
Please note: This is not a complete list of plants that might be toxic to your pet. If you are unsure, please talk to one of our vets.
Poisonous House Plants | |
Common Name | Poisonous Part |
Bird of Paradise | Fruit, seeds |
Boston Ivy | All parts |
Caladium | All parts |
Dumbcane | All parts |
Glacier Ivy | Leaves, berries |
Heartleaf | All parts |
English Ivy | Leaves, berries |
Lily/Liliaceae Family | All parts |
Marble Queen | All parts |
Nephthytis, Arrowhead Vine | All parts |
Parlor Ivy | All parts |
Pothos | All parts |
Red Princess | All parts |
Saddleleaf | All parts |
Split leaf Philodendron | All parts |
Umbrella Plant | All parts |
Poisonous Outdoor Plants | |
Common Name | Poisonous Part |
Apricot | Stem, bark, seed pits |
Azalea | All parts |
Castor Bean | Seeds, if chewed |
Choke Cherry | Leaves, seed pits, stems, bark |
Daffodil | Bulbs |
Daphne | Berries, bark, leaves |
Foxglove | Leaves, seeds, flowers |
Hemlock | All parts, root and root stalk |
Hyacinth | Bulbs, leaves, flowers |
Hydrangea | Leaves, buds |
Jerusalem Cherry | All parts, unripe fruit |
Jimson Weed | All parts |
Jonquil | Bulbs |
Lily-of-the-Valley | All parts |
Mandrake | Roots, foliage, unripe fruit |
Mistletoe | Berries |
Morning Glory | Seeds |
Nightshade | All parts |
Oleander | All parts, including dried leaves |
Poinsettia | Leaves, flowers |
Pokeweed, Inkberry | All parts |
Red Sage | Green berries |
Rhododendron | All parts |
Rhubarb | Leaves |
Sago Palm nuts | All parts |
Sweet Pea | Seeds, pods |
Tulip | Bulbs |
Wisteria | Seeds, pods |
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow | All parts |
Yew | Needles, bark, seeds |
If your pet has nibbled on any of your flowers, please take a photo of the flower and call our team.
Toxic foods
Just because food might be good for us humans, it doesn’t always mean it is good for your pet. We have put together a list of foods to avoid feeding your pet.
Please note: This is not a complete list of foods that might be toxic to your pet. If you are unsure, please talk to one of our vets.
Name | Toxic part |
Apples | Stems, leaves and seeds |
Apricots | Stems, leaves and seeds |
Avocado | Leaves, skin, seeds and bark |
Broccoli | All if more than 10% of diet |
Cherries | Stems, leaves and seeds |
Chocolate | All |
Cigarettes, cigars, nicotine gum, nicotine nasal sprays | All |
Coffee | All |
Ethanol (alcohol) | All |
Garlic | All |
Grapes/Raisins – Fresh or dried | All |
Leeks | All |
Macadamia Nuts | All |
Mushrooms – Wild | All |
Onion | All |
Onion powder | All |
Peaches | Stems, leaves and seeds |
Pear pips | Stems, leaves and seeds |
Plum kernels | Stems, leaves and seeds |
Potato | Peelings and sprouts |
Rhubarb | Leaves |
Sugar free gum | All |
Tea | All |
Tomatoes | Leaves and stems (green parts) |
Yeast Dough | All |
If your pet has eaten any of the above foods, please call us on XYZ straight away and let us know what you believe they have eaten