Are fox gloves toxic to cats or dogs?
Foxglove — Cats: Poisonous · Dogs: Poisonous · Extreme violence This plant contains very high concentrations of cardiac glycosides. Even a small amount ingested can be fatal. Take your cat or dog to a veterinarian immediately if you suspect they have ingested any part of this plant.
Other names: Foxglove, digitalis
English nameFoxglove
Scientific nameDigitalis purpurea
catToxic
dogToxic
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Arrhythmia
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weak
- heart failure
What should I do?
This plant contains very high concentrations of cardiac glycosides. Even a small amount ingested can be fatal. Take your cat or dog to a veterinarian immediately if you suspect they have ingested any part of this plant.
Used for making preliminary decisions. not a judgment If you eat the plant or have any unusual symptoms, contactAnimal clinic 24 hrs.or veterinarian immediately
Last checked 2026-07-25