Pet emergency
My dog ate Daylily 'Chicago Apache' — what to do
Step by step
- Take daylily 'chicago apache' away and remove any plant material from your dog's mouth so they cannot eat more.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when — this helps the vet judge the risk.
- Do NOT induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist tells you to.
- Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 (a consultation fee may apply) and follow their advice.
- Watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or lethargy, and bring a leaf or photo to the appointment.
This is general guidance, not veterinary advice. Pets vary, and a reaction may be to soil, fertiliser, or pesticide as well as the plant. When in doubt, call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435.
My dog ate daylily 'chicago apache' — FAQ
Is daylily 'chicago apache' poisonous to dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists Daylily 'Chicago Apache' (Hemerocallis 'Chicago Apache') as toxic to dogs. Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; ingestion — including pollen, leaves, or petals — can cause acute kidney failure and is potentially fatal. Dogs may experience vomiting and lethargy. Keep this plant away from all cats.
How serious is it if my dog ate daylily 'chicago apache'?
Daylily 'Chicago Apache' is toxic to dogs and reactions can be significant, so treat any ingestion as urgent. Call your vet or poison control on (888) 426-4435 straight away rather than waiting to see if symptoms develop.
What symptoms should I watch for?
Signs usually appear soon after chewing: drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy. Hemerocallis (daylily) is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats; ingestion — including pollen, leaves, or petals — can cause acute kidney failure and is potentially fatal. Dogs may experience vomiting and lethargy. Keep this plant away from all cats. Any worsening or persistent symptoms warrant an immediate vet visit.
Should I make my dog vomit?
No — do not induce vomiting unless a vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center specifically tells you to. The wrong action can make things worse. Call (888) 426-4435 and follow professional advice.
How do I stop this happening again?
Keep daylily 'chicago apache' well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.
Related
- Is daylily 'chicago apache' toxic to dogs? — full toxicity detail
- Daylily 'Chicago Apache' and pets — the complete ASPCA pet-safety guide