Is agapanthus toxic to cats or dogs?
Agapanthus (Lily of the Nile) — Cats: Poisonous · Dogs: Poisonous · Moderate severity. Contains saponin. It is not a true lily and therefore does not cause acute kidney failure. But very irritating remove pieces from mouth Rinse mouth and skin with clean water. If vomiting or drooling is excessive, see a veterinarian.
Other names: Lily of the Nile, African Lily
English nameAgapanthus (Lily of the Nile)
Scientific nameAgapanthus africanus
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Symptoms that may be experienced
- Vomiting
- I'm drooling a lot.
- Stomach ache
- Irritation or burning in the mouth
- irritated skin
What should I do?
Contains saponin, not real lily, so it does not cause acute kidney failure. But very irritating remove pieces from mouth Rinse mouth and skin with clean water. If vomiting or drooling is excessive, see a veterinarian.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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