Is Autumn crocus poisonous to dogs and cats?
Call a vet nowAutumn crocus is poisonous to dogs and cats – call your vet or the nearest emergency vet right now if your pet has eaten any of it. Its poisonous parts include the bark, flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, seeds and stems.
- Dogs Call a vet now
- Cats Call a vet now
What to do right now
- Call your vet or the nearest emergency vet right now.
- Note which plant, which part, how much and when.
- Take a photo or a piece of the plant with you.
- Remove what is left and move the plant out of reach.
- Keep your pet calm.
Don't
- Do not make your pet vomit unless a vet tells you to.
- Do not give your pet any human medicine.
Why it can be dangerous
Autumn crocus is listed as a problem for cats and dogs.[1]
- Scientific name
- Colchicum
- Poisonous parts
- bark, flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, seeds, stems
What the experts say
“Problems: Poisonous to Humans, Problem for Cats, Problem for Dogs, Problem for Horses”
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Common questions
Is Autumn crocus poisonous to cats?
Yes. Autumn crocus is listed as a problem for cats.[1]
Is Autumn crocus poisonous to dogs?
Yes. Autumn crocus is listed as a problem for dogs.[1]
Sources
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