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Are Tulips Toxic to Cats? - The Spruce Pets
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Are Tulips Toxic to Cats? The Spruce Pets This report may be useful for pet owners monitoring potential risks. Affected animals: cats.
What happened
The Spruce Pets published an article answering whether tulips are toxic to cats.
Key facts
- Tulips contain tulipalin A and B, with the highest concentrations in the bulbs.
- Chewing leaves, stems, or bulbs can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and depression.
- Affected species: cats.
What pet owners should do
Keep tulip bulbs and potted plants away from cats, choose non-toxic alternatives, and call a veterinarian if a cat ingests any part of a tulip.
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