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Not Safe for Dogs

Medium dog serving: never

Key warning: all parts — bulb is most toxic, flowers, leaves, and stems also toxic

Can Dogs Eat Amaryllis? No — Lycorine Causes Vomiting and Tremors

This food is NOT safe for dogs. Keep it away from your pet.

Amaryllis is toxic to dogs. It contains lycorine and other alkaloids throughout the plant causing vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, excessive salivation, lethargy, and tremors. A popular holiday houseplant that poses significant risk during Christmas and Easter.

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Warning Signs & Symptoms

Lycorine alkaloid: vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, excessive salivation, lethargy, tremors. Bulb: highest toxin concentration. All parts toxic. Holiday timing increases exposure risk.

If Your Dog Ate This

Call vet if bulb consumed — most serious. Monitor for vomiting and tremors with other plant parts.

What to Avoid

all parts — bulb is most toxic, flowers, leaves, and stems also toxic

Portions & nutrition

Serving (small dog): never
Serving (medium dog): never
Serving (large dog): never
Calories (per 100g): 0
Safe frequency: Never

Source

Source: SAFEFOODFORDOGS

What You Need to Know

Amaryllis contains lycorine — the same alkaloid found in daffodils — along with other toxic phenanthridine alkaloids. The bulb contains the highest concentration but all parts are toxic. Amaryllis is particularly popular as a holiday houseplant and gift, creating elevated risk during Christmas and spring when the plants are commonly indoors. Dogs that chew on the bulbs experience the most severe symptoms. Keep amaryllis plants completely out of reach.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Amaryllis for Dogs safe for dogs?: No, Amaryllis for Dogs is not safe for dogs. Amaryllis is toxic to dogs. It contains lycorine and other alkaloids throughout the plant causing vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, excessive salivation, lethargy, and tremors. A popular holiday houseplant that poses significant risk during Christmas and Easter.
What happens if a dog eats Amaryllis for Dogs?: If a dog eats Amaryllis for Dogs, they may experience: Lycorine alkaloid: vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, excessive salivation, lethargy, tremors. Bulb: highest toxin concentration. All parts toxic. Holiday timing increases exposure risk.
How much Amaryllis for Dogs can a dog eat?: Amaryllis contains lycorine — the same alkaloid found in daffodils — along with other toxic phenanthridine alkaloids. The bulb contains the highest concentration but all parts are toxic. Amaryllis is particularly popular as a holiday houseplant and gift, creating elevated risk during Christmas and spring when the plants are commonly indoors. Dogs that chew on the bulbs experience the most severe symptoms. Keep amaryllis plants completely out of reach.

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Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a licensed veterinarian before making dietary changes for your pet.