Daisy (Chrysanthemum)

Yes, chrysanthemums are toxic to cats. They contain compounds — including pyrethrins — that can cause gastrointestinal distress and skin irritation if ingested or contacted.

Typical signs include drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and incoordination. With heavier exposure, cats may develop twitching, tremors, dilated pupils, hyperexcitability, or seizures — cats are especially vulnerable to the pyrethrin profile in chrysanthemums. Skin contact can also cause a transient rash.

Remove any remaining plant material from your cat's reach, then call your veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) the same day — even for mild drooling or vomiting. If your cat shows tremors, seizures, dilated pupils, or trouble walking, treat it as an emergency and seek veterinary care immediately.

Signs can appear within minutes to a few hours of exposure, but may take up to 72 hours to develop fully, so monitor your cat closely for several days even if they seem fine at first.

Yes, chrysanthemums (daisies) are toxic to dogs. They contain natural compounds that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, hypersalivation, and incoordination if ingested. Keep these plants out of reach of curious dogs.

The most common signs are vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and an unsteady gait. If your dog got sap on its skin, watch for a localized rash. Severe symptoms like tremors, weakness, or seizures are rare but possible after large ingestions.

Call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 right away. Mild gastrointestinal signs typically resolve within about 24 hours with supportive care, but if vomiting won't stop or your dog seems wobbly or has tremors, those symptoms need immediate veterinary attention.

Onset can range from minutes to a few hours after ingestion. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate gastrointestinal upset, though ingestion of large amounts may cause more severe reactions.