Are lemons toxic to cats or dogs?
Lemon — Cats: Poisonous · Dogs: Poisonous · Mild severity The leaves, bark and essential oil are the problem areas. If the animal chews leaves or bark, wipe its mouth, observe symptoms, and take them to the veterinarian if vomiting continues.
Other names: lemon tree
English nameLemon
Scientific nameCitrus limonia
catToxic
dogToxic
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- depressed
- Dermatitis from oil in the bark and leaves
What should I do?
The leaves, bark, and essential oils are the problem areas. If the animal chews leaves or bark, wipe its mouth, observe symptoms, and take them to the veterinarian if vomiting continues.
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 2026-07-03