Dogs
UncertainIdentity or evidence quality is not strong enough for a firm answer.
Verified against ASPCA/provenance audit 2026-05-06 on May 6, 2026.
Sources
dog safety reference
Is Tiger Lily safe for dogs?
Lilium tigrinum
The Tiger Lily is a bulbous perennial known for its striking orange, spotted flowers. It is highly dangerous to cats, as all parts of the plant can cause severe health complications.
Ditch LilyLilium lancifoliumLilium tigrinumTiger Lily
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Habit
- Upright bulbous perennial
- Care
- Low
Safety status
What this means for your dog
Dogs do not face the acute kidney-failure danger Tiger Lily poses to cats — ASPCA's Tiger Lily entry classifies Lilium tigrinum as toxic to cats only, with no toxic principle reported for dogs. A dog that nibbles a leaf, stem, or petal is most likely to be fine, though any non-food plant material can cause a one-off vomit or loose stool from the fibre alone.
Sources: ASPCA.
If a pet has chewed or swallowed plant material and is showing symptoms, contact a veterinarian or poison resource immediately. This product is for structured reference, not diagnosis.
Dogs — concern notes
Common signs
Potential for mild gastrointestinal upset including vomiting or diarrhea.
Escalation note
While not listed as highly toxic to dogs like it is for cats, ingestion of any non-food plant material can cause digestive distress. Consult your veterinarian if your dog consumes this plant.
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Source evidence
ASPCA Toxic Plant List
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Tiger Lily is toxic to cats, causing potential kidney failure.
Questions about Tiger Lily
Is tiger lily toxic to dogs?
Tiger lily's toxicity to dogs is uncertain — it is not confirmed as highly toxic to dogs the way it is for cats, but it is classified as uncertain with low confidence. Ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset including vomiting or diarrhea.
What happens if a dog eats a tiger lily?
Based on available data, the most likely outcome is mild digestive distress such as vomiting or diarrhea. Tiger lily is extremely dangerous to cats, but its effects on dogs are not well-documented and the toxicity classification remains uncertain.
What should I do if my dog ate a tiger lily?
Monitor your dog for vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy, and contact your veterinarian. Because tiger lily's effects on dogs are not well-established, it's worth a call to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 for guidance, especially if your dog ate a large amount.
Are tiger lilies as dangerous to dogs as they are to cats?
No — tiger lilies are known to cause severe, potentially fatal kidney failure in cats, but this level of toxicity has not been documented in dogs. The current evidence for dogs suggests only potential mild GI upset, though the data is limited and the classification remains uncertain as of the most recent review in May 2026.
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