Is Euonymus poisonous to dogs and cats?
Call a vet todayBurning bush & spindle tree (Euonymus) are poisonous to dogs and cats – call your vet today for advice if your pet has eaten any of them. The listed poisonous parts include the bark, stems, flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, sap/juice and seeds.
- Dogs Call a vet today
- Cats Call a vet today
What to do right now
- Call your vet or the nearest emergency vet.
- 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
NC State Extension lists Euonymus as a problem for cats and dogs and says that large amounts may cause vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, weakness, and heart rhythm abnormalities.[1]
Signs to watch for
- Scientific name
- Euonymus
- Poisonous parts
- bark, stems, flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, sap/juice, seeds
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Common questions
Is Euonymus dangerous for cats too?
Yes. NC State Extension lists Euonymus as a problem for cats as well as dogs.[1]
What signs are listed after a pet eats Euonymus?
The listed signs include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, weakness, heart rhythm abnormalities, chills, coma, and convulsions.[1]
Sources
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