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Are Peace Lilies Toxic to Dogs?
My 120-pound German shepherd, Gamble, has occasionally broken a stem or a few leaves of the potted peace lily on our hearth with his exuberant tail-wagging.
It’s hard to reprimand such a lovable guy, and the Spathiphyllum plant quickly rejuvenates, so I don’t worry about it too much!
But while a dog chewing or consuming one of those leaves might be okay for the plant, it can cause distress for your pet.
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The effect will not be fatal, but it’s worth avoiding. We pet parents don’t want our fur kids to suffer more than necessary, especially in preventable situations.
If you’re here because you witnessed your dog chomping on a peace lily plant I’ll cover ways to respond.
But if your dog is showing signs of distress, or you are not sure what plant they ingested please call your veterinarian immediately.
In this guide, we’ll discuss whether peace lilies are toxic to dogs and what to do if your pet nibbles on your plant.
Here’s what to expect:
Will Peace Lilies Poison My Dog?It’s important to understand what we mean when we say a plant is “toxic” to animals.
The dictionary definition is “containing or being poisonous material, especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation.”
But the term toxic can also be used to refer to reactions that aren’t as severe, and dogs chewing peace lilies are in that category.
Peace lilies contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals which, when consumed can cause painful swelling and irritation of the mouth, throat, and stomach. This can result in gastrointestinal distress, particularly in young, old, or compromised animals.
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