Daffodil

Yes, daffodils (Narcissus spp.) are toxic to cats. All parts of the plant are harmful, with the bulb being the most dangerous. Ingestion can cause vomiting, excessive salivation, diarrhea, and in severe cases, tremors or cardiac arrhythmias.

Bulb ingestion is the most serious exposure — daffodil bulbs contain the highest concentration of toxic alkaloids, including lycorine, a powerful emetic. A cat that eats a bulb may experience intense, repeated vomiting along with drooling and diarrhea, and in severe cases, tremors, low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, or convulsions. Symptoms typically begin within 2 hours.

Take your cat away from the plant immediately, wipe any bulb residue or pollen from the mouth and fur, and do not attempt to induce vomiting at home. Bring a sample or photo of what was eaten, then call your vet, ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435), or Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661) right away. If your cat ate any part of a bulb or shows neurologic signs — tremors, weakness, or collapse — treat it as an emergency.

Symptoms typically begin within 2 hours of ingestion. Mild GI cases (leaf or flower) usually resolve within 24–48 hours with supportive care, but severe cases involving cardiovascular or neurologic signs may require longer hospitalization. Call your vet the same day even for mild symptoms.

Yes, daffodils are toxic to dogs. All parts of the plant contain harmful alkaloids, and ingestion can cause vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and lethargy — with respiratory distress or convulsions possible if large quantities are eaten.

The bulb contains the highest concentration of toxins and poses the greatest risk. While leaves and flowers can still cause gastrointestinal distress, bulb ingestion can lead to more serious effects including tremors, low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and convulsions, and may require multi-day hospitalization.

Watch for heavy drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea in the first 2 hours. As toxicity progresses, look for abdominal pain and lethargy. With bulb ingestion or large amounts eaten, more serious signs include tremors, staggering, irregular heartbeat, and seizures. Mild GI cases typically resolve in 24–48 hours; bulb ingestions can be more prolonged.

Remove your dog from the plant, gently rinse their mouth, and collect a sample or photo of what was eaten — especially if a bulb was involved. Do not induce vomiting at home. Call your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) immediately if a bulb was eaten, vomiting won't stop, or you see any neurologic signs like tremors or collapse; for mild GI signs after leaf or flower ingestion, call the same day for guidance.