A GUIDE TO SAFE AND DANGEROUS FLOWERS FOR YOUR FURRY FRIENDS
At our flower studio, we know how much your pets mean to you ♥. Whether you're a dog person, a cat lover, or both, keeping your pets safe and happy is always a top priority. But did you know that some beautiful flowers can pose a threat to your furry friends? Today, we’re going to explore which flowers are dangerous for dogs and cats, which are safe, and what to do if your pet comes into contact with harmful blooms.
DANGEROUS FLOWERS FOR DOGS AND CATS
Many popular flowers can be toxic to pets, especially if they chew on them, ingest them, or even just sniff them too much. Here are some common blooms that should be avoided in homes with pets:
Lilies (Lilium and Hemerocallis species)
Toxic to: Cats (severely toxic)
Symptoms: Vomiting, lethargy, loss of appetite, kidney failure.
Symptoms: Vomiting, lethargy, loss of appetite, kidney failure.
Note: Even a small exposure, such as licking pollen or drinking water from a vase with lilies, can be deadly for cats.
Tulips and Hyacinths
Toxic to: Dogs and Cats
Symptoms: Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, heart problems.
Symptoms: Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, heart problems.
Note: The bulbs are especially dangerous if ingested.
Daffodils (Narcissus)
Toxic to: Dogs and Cats
Symptoms: Vomiting, drooling, diarrhea, and in severe cases, low blood pressure and seizures.
Symptoms: Vomiting, drooling, diarrhea, and in severe cases, low blood pressure and seizures.
Note: Like tulips, daffodil bulbs are more toxic than the flowers.
Azaleas and Rhododendrons
Toxic to: Dogs and Cats
Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and in severe cases, coma or death.
Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and in severe cases, coma or death.
Sago Palm
Toxic to: Dogs and Cats
Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, liver failure, and even death.
Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, liver failure, and even death.
Chrysanthemums
Toxic to: Dogs and Cats
Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and incoordination.
Pet-Safe Flowers
Not all flowers pose a threat to your pets! Here are some beautiful blooms that are generally safe for homes with dogs and cats:
Roses
Orchids
Sunflowers
Gerbera Daisies
Snapdragons
Zinnias
What to Do If Your Pet Is Exposed
If you suspect that your pet has been exposed to a toxic flower, act quickly:
1. Remove the flower: Get rid of the flower or plant immediately to prevent further exposure.
2. Contact your vet or an emergency animal clinic: Explain what your pet may have been exposed to and describe the symptoms.
3. Induce vomiting (only under professional advice): In some cases, your vet may advise inducing vomiting, but only do this under professional guidance.
1. Remove the flower: Get rid of the flower or plant immediately to prevent further exposure.
2. Contact your vet or an emergency animal clinic: Explain what your pet may have been exposed to and describe the symptoms.
3. Induce vomiting (only under professional advice): In some cases, your vet may advise inducing vomiting, but only do this under professional guidance.
4. Monitor symptoms: Keep a close eye on your pet and follow your vet's advice. In severe cases, hospitalization or treatment such as IV fluids or medications may be necessary.
Flowers add beauty and elegance to any space, but when you have pets, it’s important to choose blooms that are safe for them. At our flower store, we prioritize not only creating beautiful arrangements but also keeping your furry companions safe. Feel free to ask us about pet-safe bouquets or let us know if you have pets at home, and we'll tailor our arrangements to ensure your home remains both stylish and safe.
Always consult with your vet if you are concerned about plants and flowers around your pets. Stay safe and enjoy the beauty of flowers without the worry!
Always consult with your vet if you are concerned about plants and flowers around your pets. Stay safe and enjoy the beauty of flowers without the worry!
PET-SAFE FLOWERS FROM OUR COLLECTION
Purple and yellow roses and limonium.
Orchid, garden and ordinary roses and greens.
Stock mix: white, yellow and purple.