Pet emergency
My dog ate Daylily 'Frans Hals' — what to do
Step by step
- Take daylily 'frans hals' 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 'frans hals' — FAQ
Is daylily 'frans hals' poisonous to dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists Daylily 'Frans Hals' (Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals') as toxic to dogs. Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals' is part of the Hemerocallis genus, which the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats. All plant parts — flowers, foliage, pollen, and even vase water — can cause acute kidney failure in cats. Toxic to dogs at higher doses. Keep strictly away from cats.
How serious is it if my dog ate daylily 'frans hals'?
Daylily 'Frans Hals' 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 'Frans Hals' is part of the Hemerocallis genus, which the ASPCA lists as toxic to cats. All plant parts — flowers, foliage, pollen, and even vase water — can cause acute kidney failure in cats. Toxic to dogs at higher doses. Keep strictly away from 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 'frans hals' well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.
Related
- Is daylily 'frans hals' toxic to dogs? — full toxicity detail
- Daylily 'Frans Hals' and pets — the complete ASPCA pet-safety guide