Nothing says spring like blooming flowers and the great outdoors. But if you’ve got a dog or at home, there are some flowers in your garden that aren’t safe to snip and bring inside.
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Never let your pets eat any of these plants
Plants that are poisonous to dogs
Dog trainer Amber Burckhalter tells Our Town magazine that the following plants can be deadly to your pet. While a lot of the entries on this list are outdoor plants, pay special attention to the potted flowers you may have inside your home too!
Autumn Crocus
Azalea
Cyclamen
Daffodils
Dieffenbachia
Hyacinth
Kalanchoe
Lilies
Lily of the Valley
Oleander
Sago Palm
Tulips
For a list of additional plants that poisonous to canines, visit PetMD.com.
Plants that are poisonous to cats
Amaryllis
Castor Bean
Chrysanthemum
English Ivy
Pothos
For a list of additional plants that poisonous to felines, visit PetMD.com.
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What to do if your pet does eat any of these plants
If you suspect your pet has eaten any of these foods, please note the amount ingested and contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
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