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We all love beautiful plants and flowers and to our senses these plants are comforting and bring us relaxation when we sit among them. But not so true if you own a pet who likes to explore the yard plants and occasionally grab a snack or two in the process. These plants can have serious consequences and prove deadly to your dog or cat.
Now that spring is among us in many parts of the North, we see people out there planting Begonias, Azalea bushes, and since Easter is a popular flower-giving holiday, be careful with Lily-of-The valley also. Begonias cause Kidney and Organ failure. Azaleas are a toxin to dogs and cause neurological, cardiovascular and gastrointestional distress and death.
Hydrangeas are a favorite for alot of us for many years. These beautiful big bushes also are a toxin and also cause neurological and gastrointestional distress. Yews which people like because they stay green even in winter months when everything else dies are life threatening to dogs when it comes to the needle-like foilage which is a toxin and deadly.
Planning on a garden this summer? If you are one of those people who like Rhubarb pie, make sure you have your garden fenced off from your animals. The leaves on Rhubarb are cause kidney and organ failure in many animals. Live in Florida or Texas and like the Amaryllis plant? This is also a deadly toxious plant for animals.
If not sure when planting that garden this year which plants are deadly for your animals, ask your veterinarian before purchasing. Better to be safe than sorry, and your pets will thank you!
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