Safety verdict
Consulted references classify the plant as toxic or irritating for that pet type.
Pet ingestion lookup
My dog ate Daffodil - what should I do?
Narcissus spp
Potentially toxic
Contact your veterinarian or an animal poison-control resource now, especially if any amount was chewed or swallowed.
Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.
Signs to watch for
Vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, lethargy, and potential respiratory distress or convulsions if large quantities are ingested.
Escalation note
The bulb contains the highest concentration of toxins. Seek veterinary care promptly if you suspect your dog has ingested any portion of the plant.
First aid at home
Take the dog away from the plant, gently rinse the mouth, and bring a sample or photo of what was eaten — especially important if a bulb was involved. Do not induce vomiting at home. Call your vet, ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435), or Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661).
What to watch for
Heavy drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea early; abdominal pain and lethargy; with bulb ingestion or large amounts, tremors, low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and convulsions.
Time window
Symptoms typically appear within 2 hours of ingestion. Mild GI cases usually resolve in 24–48 hours with fluids and antiemetics; bulb ingestions can require multi-day hospitalization for cardiovascular and neurologic monitoring.
When to call the vet
Call your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) immediately if your dog ate any part of a bulb, vomiting won't stop, or you see neurologic signs — tremors, staggering, collapse, or seizure. For mild GI signs after leaf or flower ingestion, call the same day for guidance.
What this means for your dog
Dogs — toxic. ASPCA classifies daffodils (Narcissus species) as toxic to dogs; lycorine and related alkaloids are present in every part of the plant, with the bulb the most dangerous. Dogs that dig up or chew bulbs in spring gardens are the most common emergency calls.
Sources: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline.
Poison-control resources
This page summarizes source-bound plant-safety information and is not veterinary advice.