Toxic plants directory
Is Tulip toxic to dogs or cats?
Tulipa spp.
Dogs
Moderate toxicity
Cats
Moderate toxicity
About Tulip
Like the daffodil, the tulip is a bulb plant whose highest concentration of irritating substances (allergenic lactones) is in the bulb itself, not the petals. Dogs are usually more exposed by digging up freshly planted bulbs in the garden.
Symptoms of poisoning
- Excessive drooling
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Depression/lethargy
- Risk of intestinal obstruction if a large bulb is swallowed whole
Toxic part of the plant
The whole plant, but the bulb contains the highest concentration of toxin
What to do if your pet ate this plant
Keep tulip bulbs out of reach of dogs and cats, including during planting. If the bulb was ingested, see a veterinarian — besides the toxicity, there is a risk of intestinal obstruction.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tulip toxic to dogs?
Yes. Tulip is toxic to dogs (level: moderate toxicity). Possible symptoms: Excessive drooling; Vomiting; Diarrhea; Depression/lethargy; Risk of intestinal obstruction if a large bulb is swallowed whole.
Is Tulip toxic to cats?
Yes. Tulip is toxic to cats (level: moderate toxicity). Possible symptoms: Excessive drooling; Vomiting; Diarrhea; Depression/lethargy; Risk of intestinal obstruction if a large bulb is swallowed whole.
Which part of Tulip is toxic?
The whole plant, but the bulb contains the highest concentration of toxin.
What should I do if my pet ate Tulip?
Keep tulip bulbs out of reach of dogs and cats, including during planting. If the bulb was ingested, see a veterinarian — besides the toxicity, there is a risk of intestinal obstruction.
Important notice
This content is educational and does not replace a veterinary evaluation. If in doubt, or in the presence of any symptoms, contact a veterinarian or an animal poison control center immediately.