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Be Careful What You Plant Did you know that many plants are poisonous to your pets? Plants like the hibiscus and those in the Easter lily family, which are not toxic to people, may cause your pets serious illness. A morsel of Mistletoe can cause stomach upset as well as irregular heartbeats and possibly death in pets. Common houseplants, like the philodendron and Dieffenbachia (dumb cane) contain oxalate crystals that can cause your pet’s mouth and throat to swell, making them unable to eat. Ask a parent if you have any of these plants in your home. If you do, make sure they are out of reach of your pets. Because pets chew on almost anything, you’ll want to remove or secure plants that are especially dangerous to your pet. Have a parent teach you the types and names of plants that you have in your yard in case of an accident. If your pet does chew on a plant, immediately remove the plant from their mouth and rinse their mouth gently with water. Identify the plant your pet ate and have an adult call the poison center or your veterinarian. Watch for excessive or foamy spit and changes in the skin around the mouth, eyes, or paws. |
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