Is Peruvian lily poisonous to dogs and cats?
Call a vet todayPeruvian lily is poisonous to dogs and cats – call your vet today for advice if your pet has eaten any of it. It can cause vomiting and diarrhea; drooling is also listed for cats.
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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.
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
Peruvian lily contains a toxin that can cause vomiting and diarrhea if a cat or dog ingests a large amount.[1] Ingestion by companion animals can result in vomiting and drooling.[2]
Signs to watch for
- Scientific name
- Alstroemeria
What the experts say
“The Peruvian lily contains a toxin that causes mild stomach upset (vomiting and diarrhea) if a cat or dog ingests a large amount.”
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Common questions
Is Peruvian lily poisonous to cats too?
Yes. It is listed for cats, with vomiting and diarrhea noted; ingestion by companion animals can also result in drooling.[1][2]
What signs can Peruvian lily cause?
Vomiting and diarrhea are listed for cats and dogs; drooling is also reported after ingestion by companion animals.[1][2]
Does Peruvian lily cause kidney damage in cats?
These plants do not cause kidney damage in cats.[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