Is Citrus poisonous to dogs and cats?
Call a vet todayCitrus is poisonous to dogs and cats – call your vet today for advice if your pet has eaten any of it. Citrus can cause vomiting, diarrhea, depression and potential dermatitis.
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- 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.
- Remove what is left and move the plant out of reach.
- Take a photo or a piece of the plant with you.
Don't
- Do not make your pet vomit unless a vet tells you to.
- Do not give any human medicine.
Why it can be dangerous
Citrus is listed as a problem for cats and dogs, with vomiting, diarrhea, depression and potential dermatitis reported; skins and plant material can cause problems.[1]
Signs to watch for
- Scientific name
- Citrus
- Poisonous parts
- fruits, sap/juice
What the experts say
“Problems: Contact Dermatitis, Poisonous to Humans, Problem for Cats, Problem for Dogs, Problem for Horses, Spines/Thorns”
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Common questions
Is Citrus a problem for cats as well as dogs?
Yes—Citrus is listed as a problem for both cats and dogs.[1]
What signs are listed?
Vomiting, diarrhea, depression and potential dermatitis are listed; potential photosensitivity (dermatitis) is also noted.[1]
What plant material can cause problems?
Skins and plant material can cause problems.[1]
Sources
How this page was made: written with the help of AI from the sources below, then checked claim by claim against those sources. Urgency levels follow OkPaw’s fixed safety rules. It is guidance, not a diagnosis. How we write our pages