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Is Rock Daffodil toxic to dogs?

Narcissus rupicola

Toxic to dogs

Yes — rock daffodil 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. Contains lycorine and related alkaloids found in all Narcissus species. ASPCA lists the genus Narcissus as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The bulb carries the highest alkaloid concentration, but all plant parts should be considered hazardous. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and potentially cardiac effects in pets.

What to do if your dog ate rock daffodil

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

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

Is rock daffodil toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is rock daffodil toxic to dogs?

Yes — rock daffodil is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. Contains lycorine and related alkaloids found in all Narcissus species. ASPCA lists the genus Narcissus as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The bulb carries the highest alkaloid concentration, but all plant parts should be considered hazardous. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and potentially cardiac effects in pets.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats rock daffodil?

Contains lycorine and related alkaloids found in all Narcissus species. ASPCA lists the genus Narcissus as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The bulb carries the highest alkaloid concentration, but all plant parts should be considered hazardous. Ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and potentially cardiac effects in 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 rock daffodil.

What should I do if my dog ate rock daffodil?

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 rock daffodil toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Rock Daffodil is toxic to cats as well. See the full rock daffodil pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to rock daffodil?

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 rock daffodil pet-safety