Summer, sun, cactus. That sounds so carefree. But when our houseplants start to bloom and sprout during this sunny season, it can be quite dangerous for our four-legged friends. Various flowers and plants can be consumed either through their leaves, flowers or juice one Cause poisoning in our furry friends. Depending on whether you have a dog or a cat at home, the dangerous plants differ.
dogs
With our beloved dogs Contact with a harmful plant can happen quickly. Often the leaves are nibbled, which may already contain toxins, an example of this is the rubber tree. Whether intentionally or accidentally become yes, sometimes Pots have been knocked over or flowers have fallen down. In this case, it can come into contact with or even eat the tubers and bulbs. Dangerous in this category are mainly the amaryllis and lily of the valley. The third variant of toxin transmission is the milky sap of plants. Often a Licking open stems, leaves or flowers. Examples of this would be the poinsettia and the Christ thorn.
Below are the most common poisonous houseplants for dogs listed:
- agave
- amaryllis
- azalea
- Weeping fig, strangler fig and all other Ficus species
- Christ Star, Christ Thorn
- Clivie
- ivy plant
- Flamingo flower
- Swiss cheese leaf
- geranium
- rubber tree
- hydrangea
- Lilies (all types)
- Orchids (all species)
- poinsettia
cats
The same applies to cats like dogs. Contact with the poison can also occur via the leaves and flowers as well as via the tubers or the latex. In cats, it It is also increasingly the case that small potted plants from the windowsill or the table. This is often followed by contact with the toxins.
Below are the most common poisonous houseplants for cats listed:
- avocado (Plant, leaves and fruit are highly poisonous for cats!)
- azalea
- begonia
- boxwood
- ivy
- Swiss cheese leaf
- rubber tree
- hyacinth
- cacti
- crocus
- primrose
- orchids
- poinsettia
Effect
Not every one of the listed Plants are immediately harmful or even fatal for our furry friends, because as is so often the case, the dose makes the poison. In addition, can location and care of the flower also decide how high the dose of the poison is. Last Of course, the factors age, size, weight and health of our four-legged friends also play an important role.
The typical first symptoms of poisoning Based on the factors just mentioned, vary. Nevertheless, you should keep an eye on your darling have the following Changes:
- restlessness
- apathy
- Strong saliva
- vomiting/diarrhea
- Tremble
- disorientation
In case of strong or advanced poisoning can the symptoms also This can lead to breathing difficulties, which could result in respiratory arrest or circulatory problems, which lead to shock or coma.
Measures
If you notice poisoning from a plant, A veterinarian should be consulted immediately. It is advisable – if possible – to take a sample of the eaten plant with you. It is also important to remain calm. Especially when your furry friend breathing difficulties or has a racing pulse, you have to show them that you are there and you should talk to them gently.
Charcoal tablets can often Save lives. In many poisonings The tablets can prevent the poison from entering the bloodstream, because the carbon particles concentrate the poison. The contaminated carbon particles are later excreted again in bound form.
Conclusion
If possible, it is best to avoid the poisonous plants. If you cannot part with them can, then try placing the plants in inaccessible places. And remember to stay calm, administer charcoal tablets and pack a sample of the poison. Then hopefully nothing bad will happen. Because for us, as always, every household deserves a healthy four-legged friend!
