Harmful and Toxic Flowers for Our Furry Friends

Here’s the flower list that is not friendly to our best furry friends, separated by toxic (can cause serious or life-threatening symptoms) and harmful (may cause mild to moderate issues but usually not life-threatening):

Toxic to Both Dogs and Cats

1. Lilies (Easter, Tiger, Stargazer) – Toxic (kidney failure in cats).
2. Tulips (especially the bulbs) – Toxic (digestive issues, especially in large quantities).
3. Daffodils – Toxic (vomiting, heart issues).
4. Azaleas – Toxic (vomiting, diarrhea, possible cardiac issues).
5. Oleander – Highly toxic (affects the heart, can be fatal).
6. Sago Palm – Highly toxic (can lead to liver failure, especially in dogs).

Harmful to Both Dogs and Cats

1. Hyacinths – Harmful (bulbs cause digestive upset).
2. Chrysanthemums – Harmful (digestive upset, skin irritation).
3. Peonies – Harmful (causes vomiting and diarrhea).
4. Cyclamen – Harmful (especially the tubers, can cause vomiting).
5. Amaryllis – Harmful (digestive upset).
6. Autumn Crocus – Harmful (can cause digestive issues and organ damage with large ingestion).

Toxic Primarily to Dogs

1. Foxglove – Highly toxic (affects the heart, can be fatal).
2. Ivy – Toxic (causes vomiting, abdominal pain).

Toxic Primarily to Cats

1. True Lilies (such as Easter Lily, Tiger Lily) – Highly toxic (kidney failure).
2. Daylilies – Highly toxic (dangerous to cats).
3. Castor Bean Plant – Highly toxic (severe abdominal pain, organ failure).