Safety guide

Is Tulips safe for dogs?

Dangerous — avoid

Tulip bulbs and flowers are toxic and cause digestive and cardiac symptoms.

Tulips contain glycosides that are toxic to dogs, with the bulb being most concentrated. Chewing or eating tulip bulbs or flowers causes mouth irritation, vomiting, diarrhoea.

Symptoms to watch for

  • Mouth irritation
  • Drooling
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Lethargy
ASPCA Poison Control · 1-888-426-9738

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When to call your vet

Your dog ate tulip bulbs or a large amount of tulip flowers.

Sources: ASPCA

For guidance only — this doesn't replace veterinary advice. When in doubt, contact your vet.

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