Pet emergency
My dog ate White Towers Toad Lily — what to do
Step by step
- Take white towers toad lily 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 white towers toad lily — FAQ
Is white towers toad lily poisonous to dogs?
Yes — the ASPCA lists White Towers Toad Lily (Tricyrtis hirta 'White Towers') as mildly toxic to dogs. Tricyrtis is not individually listed by the ASPCA Toxic or Non-Toxic Plant database, so its status is uncertain; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Toad lilies are NOT true lilies (Lilium) and lack the severe feline kidney-failure risk of Lilium and Hemerocallis — but this cultivar is not confirmed pet-safe, so keep pets from chewing it and seek veterinary advice if eaten.
How serious is it if my dog ate white towers toad lily?
White Towers Toad Lily is mildly toxic, so most dogs get short-lived mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a life-threatening reaction. It is still worth a vet call to be safe, especially if your dog ate a lot or symptoms persist.
What symptoms should I watch for?
Signs usually appear soon after chewing: drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy. Tricyrtis is not individually listed by the ASPCA Toxic or Non-Toxic Plant database, so its status is uncertain; treat with caution and verify with a vet. Toad lilies are NOT true lilies (Lilium) and lack the severe feline kidney-failure risk of Lilium and Hemerocallis — but this cultivar is not confirmed pet-safe, so keep pets from chewing it and seek veterinary advice if eaten. 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 white towers toad lily well out of reach, or swap it for an ASPCA non-toxic plant — see the best dogs-safe plants list.
Related
- Is white towers toad lily toxic to dogs? — full toxicity detail
- White Towers Toad Lily and pets — the complete ASPCA pet-safety guide