Are lemons toxic to cats or dogs?
Lemon — Cats: Poisonous · Dogs: Poisonous · Mild severity The leaves, bark and essential oil are the problem areas. If the animal chews leaves or bark, wipe its mouth, observe symptoms, and take them to the veterinarian if vomiting continues.
Other names: lemon tree
English nameLemon
Scientific nameCitrus limonia
catToxic
dogToxic
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- depressed
- Dermatitis from oil in the bark and leaves
What should I do?
The leaves, bark, and essential oils are the problem areas. If the animal chews leaves or bark, wipe its mouth, observe symptoms, and take them to the veterinarian if vomiting continues.
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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