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Is Coral Lily toxic to dogs?

Lilium pumilum

Toxic to dogs

Yes — coral lily 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. All true Lilium species are severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed). Lilium pumilum is no exception — all parts, including the tiny pollen grains, can cause acute kidney failure in cats. The small plant size can make it seem low-risk, but even minimal ingestion is dangerous. Keep cats strictly away from this and all Lilium species.

What to do if your dog ate coral lily

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move coral lily 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 coral lily to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

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

Is coral lily toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is coral lily toxic to dogs?

Yes — coral lily is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All true Lilium species are severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed). Lilium pumilum is no exception — all parts, including the tiny pollen grains, can cause acute kidney failure in cats. The small plant size can make it seem low-risk, but even minimal ingestion is dangerous. Keep cats strictly away from this and all Lilium species.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats coral lily?

All true Lilium species are severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed). Lilium pumilum is no exception — all parts, including the tiny pollen grains, can cause acute kidney failure in cats. The small plant size can make it seem low-risk, but even minimal ingestion is dangerous. Keep cats strictly away from this and all Lilium species. 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 coral lily.

What should I do if my dog ate coral lily?

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 coral lily toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Coral Lily is toxic to cats as well. See the full coral lily pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to coral lily?

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 coral lily pet-safety