8 Christmas plants that are poisonous to pets

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Toxic Christmas plants

Winter is here and so is the festive season. Ahead of Christmas, here we list some common Christmas plants that are poisonous to pet dogs and cats.

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Poinsettias

Poinsettias are mildly toxic to pets. If ingested by cats and dogs, it can cause irritation in the mouth and stomach, and even vomiting.

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Holly

This plant is moderately toxic to pets. When consumed, it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and depression due to toxic saponins and methylxanthines in its berries and leaves.

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Mistletoe

These popular Christmas plants are highly toxic. They can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and difficulty in breathing. In severe cases, it can even lead to seizures or death of pets.

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Amaryllis

Amaryllis are highly toxic. On accidentally eating, it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases it can even lead to tremors or changes in heart rate.

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Christmas Cactus

Christmas Cactus are generally non-toxic but in some cases it can cause mild issues like vomiting or diarrhea.

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Christmas Tree

Christmas Trees like Pine, Fir and Spruce are mildly toxic to pets. It can cause oral irritation, vomiting, and drooling from oils. While their needles can cause abdominal irritation or obstruction.

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Lilies

Lilies are quite popular as Christmas plants, however, they are extremely toxic to cats. It can even cause kidney failure and death in cats. Some other symptoms include drooling, vomiting, and lethargy.

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