Is Crocus poisonous to dogs and cats?

Updated 2026-09-30 · 1 sources

Based on: Pet Poison Helpline

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Crocus is poisonous to dogs and cats – call your vet today for advice if your pet has eaten any of it. Eating Crocus can cause drooling, vomiting and diarrhea in dogs and cats.

  • Dogs Call a vet today
  • Cats Call a vet today

What to do right now

  1. Call your vet or the nearest emergency vet.
  2. Note which plant, which part, how much and when.
  3. Take a photo or a piece of the plant with you.
  4. Remove what is left and move the plant out of reach.

Don't

  • Do not make the pet vomit unless a vet tells you to.
  • Do not give any human medicine.

Why it can be dangerous

Ingestion of Crocus can result in drooling, vomiting and diarrhea in dogs and cats.[1]

Signs to watch for

  • Drooling
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
Scientific name
Crocus
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Common questions

What can happen if a dog eats Crocus?

Ingestion can result in drooling, vomiting and diarrhea.[1]

What can happen if a cat eats Crocus?

Ingestion can result in drooling, vomiting and diarrhea.[1]

What signs can follow Crocus ingestion?

Drooling, vomiting and diarrhea can result.[1]

Sources

  1. Pet Poison Helpline

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