Can Dogs Eat Chrysanthemums? No — Contains Pyrethrins Causing GI and Neuro Symptoms
This food is NOT safe for dogs. Keep it away from your pet.
Chrysanthemums are toxic to dogs containing pyrethrins that cause GI irritation and neurological symptoms. While typically not fatal chrysanthemum toxicity causes significant distress and veterinary attention is needed.
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Warning Signs & Symptoms
Vomiting, diarrhea, excessive drooling, skin irritation from contact with plant, incoordination, depression.
If Your Dog Ate This
Call vet or ASPCA Poison Control 888-426-4435 immediately.
What to Avoid
all parts of the plant
Preparation & Serving
Call vet if significant amount consumed. Wash skin if contact dermatitis occurs.
Did you know?
Chrysanthemums have been cultivated in China for over 2500 years and are one of the Four Gentlemen plants in Chinese art along with plum blossom orchid and bamboo. Natural pyrethrin insecticides extracted from chrysanthemum flowers are used in many commercial dog flea products — but the whole plant is toxic.
Portions & nutrition
- Serving (small dog)
- never
- Serving (medium dog)
- never
- Serving (large dog)
- never
- Calories (per 100g)
- 0
- Safe frequency
- Never
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What You Need to Know
Chrysanthemums (mums) contain natural pyrethrin insecticides in all plant parts. These cause GI irritation and can cause neurological symptoms with larger ingestions. Skin contact causes contact dermatitis in sensitive dogs. The plant is commonly used in gardens and as cut flowers. Keep all chrysanthemums away from dogs.
Not sure what to do next? Read our emergency guide What to Do If Your Dog Eats Something Toxic
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