Are tulips toxic to cats and dogs?
Yes: toxic to cats and dogs
Tulips · Tulipa spp.
Tulipalin A and B are the toxic compounds in tulips.
Last reviewed: . How we check our plant advice
My pet ate some: what to do nowThe 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?
The ASPCA record covers cats.
Is it toxic to dogs?
The same ASPCA record covers dogs. Keep the whole plant out of reach, not only the bulbs.
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
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: