Are fox gloves toxic to cats or dogs?
Foxglove — Cats: Poisonous · Dogs: Poisonous · severity: severe 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.
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.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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