Your Four-Legged Friend and Poisonous Plants
Dogs tend to get into everything. They smell, they roll around, they're curious, they follow their senses. Oftentimes, this behavior can lead them down a path where poisonous plants could wreak havoc on their systems, without you (or them) even knowing until it's too late. Poisonous plants are everywhere, and it's our responsibility as dog guardians to keep a watchful eye on our surroundings.
Here at our clinic in Brooklyn, our veterinarian is prepared to treat and offer guidelines and precautions on what plants to avoid when out with your pet. Cats can also fall prey to certain poisonous plants, as their outdoor hunting skills towards birds and lizards and mice send them straight into the bushes of potential hazards.
The key is to keep dogs on a leash if you know you're hiking in sensitive habitats. Have a watchful eye on what plants are in the area and whether your pet running off-leash is considered okay with the law and there's nothing perilous to cause danger.
Specific Plants to Avoid
Here's a list of poisonous plants that your animal may succumb to if running free in the wild. Our Brooklyn veterinarian wants to ensure your pet is safe and healthy for the long term. Their lives and health are vital to us, so do bring them in if you notice any signs of behavioral changes from brushing up--or eating--one of these plants:
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Cyclamen
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Oleander
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English ivy
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Hemlock
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Mistletoe
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Castor oil plant
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Thorn apple of jimsonweed
Several of the above have beautiful flowers and it's difficult to know whether your animal has eaten the berries, the leaves, or the flowers. Our knowledgeable and seasoned veterinarian and staff use every measure to alleviate any poison your pet may have ingested and send them on their way towards a positive well-being.
Clinton Animal Clinic is Ready to Help
Our passion is your pet and their wellness. Call our hospital at 718-623-3999 in the event of a toxic plant emergency, and our veterinary staff will restore your animal to 100% health!