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Is True lily toxic to dogs?

Lilium spp.

Toxic to dogs

Yes — true 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. The ASPCA lists Lilium spp. as toxic, and they are among the most dangerous plants for cats: even a tiny exposure — a few leaves or petals, or licked pollen or vase water — can cause acute kidney failure that is often fatal if untreated within about 18 hours. Every part of the plant is toxic. Effects are far more severe in cats than dogs (which mainly get stomach upset). Treat any feline exposure as an emergency and call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 immediately.

What to do if your dog ate true lily

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

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

Is true lily toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is true lily toxic to dogs?

Yes — true lily is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA lists Lilium spp. as toxic, and they are among the most dangerous plants for cats: even a tiny exposure — a few leaves or petals, or licked pollen or vase water — can cause acute kidney failure that is often fatal if untreated within about 18 hours. Every part of the plant is toxic. Effects are far more severe in cats than dogs (which mainly get stomach upset). Treat any feline exposure as an emergency and call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 immediately.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats true lily?

The ASPCA lists Lilium spp. as toxic, and they are among the most dangerous plants for cats: even a tiny exposure — a few leaves or petals, or licked pollen or vase water — can cause acute kidney failure that is often fatal if untreated within about 18 hours. Every part of the plant is toxic. Effects are far more severe in cats than dogs (which mainly get stomach upset). Treat any feline exposure as an emergency and call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 immediately. 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 true lily.

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

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

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