Danger in the countryside
Cologne. The garden season begins and many garden fans can hardly wait to use new plants, to redesign beds and let their green oasis bloom. But if you have a dog, you should be particularly careful when choosing the plants.
Foxglove, lily of the valley, angel trumpets and golden rain are the best known as poisonous plants. But there are also some other popular ornamental and crops that contain toxins and can recover health risks for dogs.
As an experienced animal dealer, Zooroyal wants to sensitize garden lovers to this often underestimated topic and gives an overview of dangerous plants.
Nice, but dangerous:
Garden walk with risk
Many dog owners attach great importance to a beautiful and varied garden – with lavish flowering plants, decorative shrubs or self -grown vegetables. But some of these plants are highly toxic to dogs. Especially dogs that like to nibble leaves or flowers are at risk. Even small quantities can have serious health consequences.
Paws away!
'These plants should avoid dogs:
- Azalenen + Rhododendren: Even small quantities can vomit, diarrhea, tremors and, in the worst case, trigger cardiac arrhythmias.
- Bush tree: Causes gastrointestinal problems, cramps and can damage the nervous system.
- Yew: Your needles and berries contain strong poisons that can lead to cramps, shortness of breath and cardiac arrest.
- Cherry laurel: Contains hydrocyanic acid, dangerous when eating the leaves or berries.
- Narcissus + tulips (Onions): Particularly dangerous in spring – consumption of onions can trigger vomiting, diarrhea and heart problems.
- Oleander: One of the most poisonous garden plants – even chewing on a single sheet can be fatal.
- Tomato and potato plants: Both contain solanine, which can lead to digestive problems and weakness in dogs.
Behavior in the event of poisoning:
First aid for four paws
In the worst case, the four -legged friend has eaten toxic plants, first: keep calm, remove the dog from the poison source and look for plant remains in the mouth. In the case of symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea or tremors immediately to contact the veterinarian or a poison emergency call center.
“However, no vomiting should be triggered without veterinary advice,” advises veterinarian Sebastian Goßmann-Jonkeit, known from the Zooroyal YouTube format 'Veterinarian Tacheles'. “Water or milk should also not be given because the poison gets into the body even faster. “
It is helpful to note what the dog eaten and when this happened, because the veterinarian can better assess the art and the progression of poisoning. May also occur (Vomiting, diarrhea, foam in front of the mouth etc.) or the dog's behavioral problems (Unrest, changed gear etc.) should be observed and communicated to the vet.
“The best provision against poisoning is to teach the dog early, nothing unknown to eat-consistent training can be life-saving,” said Goßmann-Jonkeit.
Safe alternatives for a dog -friendly garden
However, garden fans do not have to do without a nice planting. A deliberately designed garden not only creates a green retreat for people, but also a safe habitat for dogs.
There are many non -toxic alternatives that are both visually appealing and animal -friendly. Plants such as marigolds, lavender or sunflowers are harmless and bring color to the garden.
If you want to be on the safe side, you should inform yourself before planting in specialist shops and generally keep an eye on your dog on forays through the garden.