Is Doghobble (Leucothoe) poisonous to dogs and cats?
Call a vet todayDoghobble (Leucothoe) is poisonous to dogs and cats – call your vet today for advice if your pet has eaten any of it. Ingestion of a few leaves can cause serious problems.
- 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.
- Remove what is left and move the plant out of reach.
- Take a photo or a piece of the plant with you.
- 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
NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox lists Leucothoe as a problem for cats and dogs and says ingestion of a few leaves can cause serious problems.[1]
Signs to watch for
- Scientific name
- Leucothoe
- Poisonous parts
- flowers, leaves
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Common questions
Can eating a few leaves be serious?
Yes. NC State Extension says ingestion of a few leaves can cause serious problems.[1]
Is Doghobble a problem for cats too?
Yes. NC State Extension lists Leucothoe as a problem for cats and dogs.[1]
What signs are listed?
The listed signs include salivation and nasal discharge, sweating, tingling sensation, headache, depression, weakness, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, paralysis, coma, low blood pressure and death.[1]
Sources
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