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Is Martagon Lily toxic to dogs?

Lilium martagon

Toxic to dogs

Yes — martagon 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 genus Lilium). Ingestion of any part — leaves, petals, pollen, or stem — causes acute renal failure in cats, which is rapidly fatal without treatment. Also harmful to dogs in quantity. Keep cats away from the plant and any water containing cut stems.

What to do if your dog ate martagon lily

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

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

Is martagon lily toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is martagon lily toxic to dogs?

Yes — martagon 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 genus Lilium). Ingestion of any part — leaves, petals, pollen, or stem — causes acute renal failure in cats, which is rapidly fatal without treatment. Also harmful to dogs in quantity. Keep cats away from the plant and any water containing cut stems.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats martagon lily?

All true Lilium species are severely toxic to cats (ASPCA confirmed genus Lilium). Ingestion of any part — leaves, petals, pollen, or stem — causes acute renal failure in cats, which is rapidly fatal without treatment. Also harmful to dogs in quantity. Keep cats away from the plant and any water containing cut stems. 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 martagon lily.

What should I do if my dog ate martagon 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 martagon lily toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to martagon 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 martagon lily pet-safety