Lilies - dogs - Lort Smith Animal Hospital (2024)

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Is it okay to have lilies in the house with a dog? ›

Lilies Can be Very Toxic to Dogs and Cats

Lilies are one of the flowering plants that you should not have in your home or your yard if you have cats and dogs. You will not want to risk exposing your pets to toxicity that can cause kidney damage and loss of appetite, as well as dehydration.

The smell of lilies is not necessarily toxic to dogs. Most things must be ingested or come into contact with their skin in order to cause toxicity symptoms. However, lily pollen itself can cause illness. If there are pollen particles in the air, it might settle on your pup's fur or snout where they can lick it off.

The Peruvian lily, tiger lily, daylily and Easter lily are all classified as nontoxic to dogs. While these types of lilies may be classified as nontoxic, they can still cause unpleasant reactions in a dog. The introduction of any new, novel foods into any pet's diet can cause GI upset.

Treatment for signs of lily poisoning in dogs

Call your vet as soon as you're aware of the situation. Note: for lily of the valley, hospitalisation for a day or two could be likely. If you can get to a vet quickly, they will administer apomorphine (induced vomiting) or hydrogen peroxide.

The entire lily plant is toxic: the stem, leaves, flowers, pollen, and even the water in a vase. Eating just a small amount of a leaf or flower petal, licking a few pollen grains off its fur while grooming, or drinking the water from the vase can cause your cat to develop fatal kidney failure in less than 3 days.

Unlike true lilies, daylilies are not toxic to dogs. So if you've got some of these vibrant blooms growing your garden, you don't need to fret if you catch Fido chewing on a leaf or petal.

Oils that are harmful to dogs include, but are not limited to: cinnamon; citrus (d-limonene); pennyroyal; peppermint; pine; sweet birch; tea tree (melaleuca); wintergreen; ylang-ylang; anise; clove; thyme; juniper; onion; yarrow; and garlic.

The lily family is mostly pollen-free so they won't cause pollen allergies. However, be careful because both Oriental and Stargazer lilies carry an intense aroma. That strong scent might trigger people who get migraines or are sensitive to fragrances.

Mortality is between 50-100%. Early, aggressive intervention (suspecting ingestion or prompt treatment when clinical signs are first noted) results in a 90% survival rate.

Treatment of Lily Toxicity

We can diagnose the presence of acute renal failure using blood tests including biochemistry and electrolytes, urine tests, an ultrasound examination and possibly a needle biopsy of the kidneys. Unfortunately, there is no specific test that can identify lily intoxication.

Can a dog recover from poisoning on its own? ›

While death will be unavoidable in some cases of poisoning, many cases can be treated by medical professionals. But time is of the essence. Contact your veterinarian immediately if you suspect your dog has ingested something poisonous. Delaying treatment could be a life-or-death situation for your dog.

Azalea, buttercups, chrysanthemums, gardenias, gladiolas, hibiscus, hyacinth, hydrangeas, mums, primroses, rhododendrons, and sweet peas are popular garden items that are poisonous. That's just another good reason to keep your dogs away from your neighbor's award-winning flower bushes.

If your four-legged companion has chomped on a peace lily, wipe and rinse their mouth if possible. Remove any remaining parts of the plant. Some ice may help alleviate pain and swelling. Of course, contact your vet or a pet poison control center immediately if your dog shows serious or life-threatening symptoms.

Yes, your pooch shouldn't be eating lilies under any circ*mstances. Many varieties are toxic to dogs, causing either acute kidney damage or other unpleasant (yet less serious) symptoms. To be on the safe side, the best way to avoid lily toxicity in your furry friend is to avoid all varieties of the plant, altogether.

Calcium oxalate contained in the peace lily is poisonous to dogs, just like cats and other mammals. The effects of the crystals start with pain and burning sensations in the lips and tongue. Signs of peace lily poisoning in dogs include the following: Abnormal drooling.

Easter lilies are commonly grown indoors, but other varieties can also do well planted in containers in your home, as long as you're able to provide the ideal sunlight and watering conditions to help it thrive. Use a pot that'll look proportional to the bloom—and probably stick with smaller varieties.

You've probably heard by now that lilies are something you should be wary of around your pets, particularly your feline friends. Lilies, including Asiatic lilies and daylilies, can be toxic to both dogs and cats, however the effects are much more severe in cats.

Peace lily plants are one of popular houseplants for the bedroom. It will thrive in high light situations and tolerate low light, and the roots tolerate a variety of watering patterns. Peace lilies will wilt when they need a drink.