Comments on How to Treat Plant Poisoning in Pets

NEVER induce vomiting without consulting a veterinarian.

Many of the most popular houseplants are extremely toxic. I did an inventory of my own plant collection and the majority are very dangerous, and I recommend anyone with plants and cats to do the same. Chinese Evergreens, crotons, Peace Lillies, most ivy plants (especially the popular English Ivy, it can be a fatal meal). While cactus plants are not usually toxic, the spines do not always deter curious cats; both of my cats have pulled a cactus out of its pot. The University of California-Davis has a website that lists the toxicity of a variety of plants. All cat owners should view this. Kim

Another plant/flower that is toxic to cats is all types of lilies.

My advice is that you research on the Internet or in a book about which plants are poisonous to animals. Then, make certain that you either do not keep these plants around the house or that they are out of the animal's reach. Remember, prevention is the best form of medicine.

Many of the most popular houseplants are extremely toxic. I did an inventory of my own plant collection and the majority are very dangerous, and I recommend anyone with plants and cats to do the same. Chinese Evergreens, crotons, Peace Lillies, most ivy plants (especially the popular English Ivy, it can be a fatal meal). While cactus plants are not usually toxic, the spines do not always deter curious cats; both of my cats have pulled a cactus out of its pot. The University of California-Davis has a website that lists the toxicity of a variety of plants. All cat owners should view this. Kim

NEVER induce vomiting without consulting a veterinarian.