While holly, mistletoe and Christmas trees are part of the festive season, they can be toxic to our four-legged friends.
First on the list is a sight in many homes, which is the traditional tree. Usually a type of pine—if buying a real one—these may look and smell great, but the oil could harm your dog.
Pet Poison Helpline explained these toxins are called saponins, methylxanthines, and cyanogens, and can be found in the English, Japanese and Chinese varieties of holly.The next plant to watch out for mistletoe, which typically denotes love, kisses and affection. But it's a different story for our four-legged friends,
But the sap it exudes contains a chemical which can cause"nausea, vomiting, drooling and diarrhoea, but also irritation in the skin, mouth and oesophagus."It said:"Signs are generally self-limiting and typically don't require medical treatment unless severe and persistent. So make a note of what you're burying if you have pets, particularly those who"like to dig," the experts warned.
"If consumed, they may experience severe gastrointestinal upsets , loss of appetite, lethargy and tremors," the pet insurance experts said.This beautiful flower is a danger to both cats and dogs, with the entirety of the plant presenting a hazard.
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