Tulips Tulipa spp.
Tulipalin A and B can cause vomiting, depression, diarrhea, and excessive drooling. The bulb contains the highest concentration.
The ASPCA plant record for tulips covers Tulipa species. This is reference information, not veterinary advice.
Symptoms
- Vomiting
- Depression
- Diarrhea
- Excessive drooling
Is it toxic to cats?
Yes. Cats can develop vomiting, depression, diarrhea, or excessive drooling after eating tulip material. Contact a veterinarian rather than waiting for symptoms.
Is it toxic to dogs?
Yes. The same ASPCA record lists tulips as toxic to dogs. The bulbs contain the highest concentration of the toxic compounds, but keep the whole plant out of reach.
What to do if your pet ate it
If your cat or dog ate tulips, remove the remaining plant material and ask a veterinarian or animal poison service what to do next.
- Move the flower and any loose plant material out of reach.
- Note which plant and how much may have been eaten. Keep the label or take a clear photo.
- Call your veterinarian, an emergency animal clinic, or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.
Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinary professional specifically tells you to.
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Questions about tulips and pets
Are tulips toxic to cats?
Yes. The ASPCA lists Tulipa species as toxic to cats. Possible signs include vomiting, depression, diarrhea, and excessive drooling.
Are tulips toxic to dogs?
Yes. The ASPCA lists Tulipa species as toxic to dogs. The bulb contains the highest concentration of the toxic compounds.
Which part of a tulip is most dangerous?
The ASPCA says the bulb contains the highest concentration of tulipalin A and B. Keep bulbs and the rest of the plant away from pets.
This guide follows established plant-care guidance and official ASPCA pet-safety references. How we verify our plant data → · Last reviewed: 2026-09-21