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Is Tulipa sylvestris toxic to dogs?

Tulipa sylvestris

Toxic to dogs

Yes — tulipa sylvestris 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 tulips (Tulipa species) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, including this species. The toxic principles are the glycosides Tulipalin A and B, most concentrated in the bulb. Ingestion can cause vomiting, hypersalivation, depression, and diarrhoea. Keep bulbs and plants out of pets' reach despite this tulip's wild, naturalised appearance.

What to do if your dog ate tulipa sylvestris

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

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

Is tulipa sylvestris toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is tulipa sylvestris toxic to dogs?

Yes — tulipa sylvestris 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 tulips (Tulipa species) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, including this species. The toxic principles are the glycosides Tulipalin A and B, most concentrated in the bulb. Ingestion can cause vomiting, hypersalivation, depression, and diarrhoea. Keep bulbs and plants out of pets' reach despite this tulip's wild, naturalised appearance.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats tulipa sylvestris?

The ASPCA lists tulips (Tulipa species) as toxic to cats, dogs, and horses, including this species. The toxic principles are the glycosides Tulipalin A and B, most concentrated in the bulb. Ingestion can cause vomiting, hypersalivation, depression, and diarrhoea. Keep bulbs and plants out of pets' reach despite this tulip's wild, naturalised appearance. 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 tulipa sylvestris.

What should I do if my dog ate tulipa sylvestris?

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 tulipa sylvestris toxic to cats too?

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

What is a dog-safe alternative to tulipa sylvestris?

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 tulipa sylvestris pet-safety