At Christmas, our house is full of dangerous items for our pets, including the decoration of the Christmas tree itself. However, plants can also be a danger to them.
In fact, there are Christmas plants that are toxic to cats and dogs, so Animal Expert invites you to prevent possible poisoning by keeping these plants out of reach of your pets.
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The Christmas plant or Poinsettia is one of the most proposed plants on this date. Its intense red color and ease of maintenance make it one of the first options to decorate our home. However, as many already know, it is a toxic plant for dogs and cats, which also seems to cause them an innate attraction.
See what first aid is if your dog eats the Christmas plant
Mistletoe is another typical Christmas plant that can catch the attention of our pets for their balls. Although its toxicity level is not particularly high, the truth is that it can be a problem if our dog or cat ingests a sufficient amount. You should place it in a hard-to-reach area to avoid accidents.
Holly is another typical Christmas plant. It is known for its characteristic red leaves and balls. Small doses of holly can be very harmful causing vomiting and diarrhea, it is a very toxic plant. In large quantities, this can have very negative effects on our animals. Be very careful with holly.
Although it doesn’t seem like it, the typical Christmas tree we use as a Christmas tree can be dangerous for our pets, especially in the case of dogs, they can swallow the leaves. These are very harmful because they are sharp and rigid and can pierce your intestines.
The sap of the tree and even the water that can accumulate in its pot are also dangerous to health. Find out how to prevent the dog from burning the Christmas tree.
In addition to the typical Christmas plants, there are many other plants that are also toxic to our dog or cat. It is essential that you know them before you buy them. We recommend that you review the following articles:
After considering what they are, you should put them in a safe place, out of reach of dogs and cats. Symptoms that may alert you to possible plant poisoning include digestive disorders (diarrhoea, vomiting or gastritis), neurological disorders (seizures, excessive salivation or lack of coordination), allergic dermatitis (itching, numbness or hair loss) and even kidney failure or heart problems.
In addition to considering plants that are toxic to dogs, Animal Expert helps you prepare for this season as special as Christmas is, so don’t miss out on the following items:
Finally, we want to remind you that Christmas is a time of solidarity and love for others and animals. If you think you have a new friend, remember: there are many animals to adopt!
This article is for informational purposes only, in Animal Expert.com.br we cannot prescribe veterinary treatments or make any kind of diagnosis. We suggest that you take your pet to the veterinarian in case of any type of condition or discomfort.
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