I understand that when you see the picture of the dog eating cookies, you might be thinking, “I thought this piece was about plants that are toxic to pets, not foods that are.”
Regarding that, you are correct. However, did you notice the plant that has the cookies behind that dog?
One of the seven plants that are poisonous to your family’s pets, whether they are cats or dogs, is your Christmas tree. It’s not the best idea to give your pet Christmas cookies, but it can be even worse for them to interact with Christmas trees and some of these other plants.
Let’s attempt to steer clear of this:
Additionally, this:
Sure, These Plants Definitely Elevate Your Christmas Decorating Plans, But They Can Be Very Dangerous And Even Lethal To Your Family Pets
Since we’re discussing the Christmas season, we’ll only discuss the most common plants you’ll probably have in your home from late November to early January, though there are many more than seven plants that are poisonous to pets.
According to a piece atMentalFloss.com, pretty much all the really popular holiday plants come with a significant downside.
A summary of the plants and their respective risks is provided below:
Holly
The holly shrub and its berries both contain chemicals that can be dangerous for pets (and kids), according to the MentalFloss.com article. Abdominal pain, profuse drooling, and vomiting and diarrhea are typical signs of holly poisoning. Additionally, consuming huge amounts of berries or holly leaves may cause convulsions and, in certain situations, even death.
Mistletoe
Pets are not always killed by mistletoe, but it will not be enjoyable for either you or your pet if they eat any. Major poisons found in mistletoe plants can slow down your pet’s heartbeat and lower their blood pressure. Additionally, it causes gastric distress.
The Poinsettias
Again, this is not a death sentence, but in light of the “allergic reaction to the plant’s sap, which could manifest as vomiting, drooling, and skin irritation,” MentalFloss advises against letting pets near these plants. However, for your dog or cat to have a more serious response, they would often need to consume a significant quantity of poinsettias.
Lilies
For cats, lilies are far worse than for dogs. Convulsions, cardiac arrhythmias, or even organ failure may result from your cat ingesting even a small amount of the lily plant. While not all lilies are toxic to canines, they are all unquestionably toxic to cats.
Trees for Christmas
Another plant we’ve put here that is probably not going to kill your pet is your Christmas tree. However, the oils from the needles can irritate your pet’s mouth and digestive tract, induce diarrhea, or puncture or clog their intestinal track.
Ivy League and Laurel are the final two on the list. Symptoms of ivy consumption in pets can include increased drooling, vomiting, and gastrointestinal pain.
Despite her beauty, Laurel treats pets badly. Some kinds of laurel contain extremely harmful neurotoxins that can seriously harm your pet’s health, according to MentalFloss. When consumed, grayanotoxin, which is frequently present in laurel, can affect nerve and bone function. Additionally, it may impair the heart’s function, which could be fatal.
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