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Is Angel's Tears Narcissus toxic to dogs?

Narcissus triandrus

Toxic to dogs

Yes — angel's tears narcissus is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. N. triandrus contains lycorine, galanthamine, and other alkaloids typical of all Narcissus species, with highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmia. All parts should be kept out of reach of pets.

What to do if your dog ate angel's tears narcissus

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move angel's tears narcissus out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of angel's tears narcissus to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten angel's tears narcissus, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is angel's tears narcissus toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is angel's tears narcissus toxic to dogs?

Yes — angel's tears narcissus is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. N. triandrus contains lycorine, galanthamine, and other alkaloids typical of all Narcissus species, with highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmia. All parts should be kept out of reach of pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats angel's tears narcissus?

N. triandrus contains lycorine, galanthamine, and other alkaloids typical of all Narcissus species, with highest concentration in the bulbs. ASPCA lists Narcissus (daffodil) as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms of ingestion include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmia. All parts should be kept out of reach of pets. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your dog has had access to angel's tears narcissus.

What should I do if my dog ate angel's tears narcissus?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is angel's tears narcissus toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Angel's Tears Narcissus is toxic to cats as well. See the full angel's tears narcissus pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to angel's tears narcissus?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full angel's tears narcissus pet-safety