Is Delphinium poisonous to dogs and cats?
Call a vet nowDelphinium is poisonous to dogs and cats – call your vet or the nearest emergency vet right now if your pet has eaten any of it. The flowers, leaves, seeds, stems and roots are listed as poisonous parts, and the plant contains alkaloids.
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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 any human medicine.
Why it can be dangerous
Delphinium is listed as a problem for cats and dogs; eating it can cause digestive issues, and touching it can cause severe skin irritation.[2] After ingestion, dogs and cats may show vomiting and lethargy.[1]
Signs to watch for
- Scientific name
- Delphinium
- Poisonous parts
- flowers, leaves, seeds, stems, roots
What the experts say
“Problems: Poisonous to Humans, Problem for Cats, Problem for Dogs, Problem for Horses, Weedy”
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Common questions
Is Delphinium dangerous for cats too?
Yes. Cats are included among the animals for which Delphinium is listed as a problem, along with dogs.[2]
What signs may occur after eating Delphinium?
The listed signs include vomiting, lethargy and digestive issues.
Can touching Delphinium cause a problem?
Touching the plant can cause severe skin irritation.[2]
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