Is Azalea & rhododendron Poisonous to Pets?
🔴 Highly toxic — call a vet now · Dogs & cats
Azaleas and rhododendrons contain grayanotoxins that affect the heart and nervous system. Even a few leaves can make a pet very sick.
Warning signs to watch for
- •Drooling and vomiting
- •Weakness and stumbling
- •Slow or abnormal heart rate
- •Collapse in severe cases
What to do right now
Call your vet or a poison hotline right away and head in. Note how much your pet ate.
ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 · Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661
Frequently asked questions
Is azalea & rhododendron poisonous to dogs and cats?
Azaleas and rhododendrons contain grayanotoxins that affect the heart and nervous system. Even a few leaves can make a pet very sick.
What are the symptoms of azalea & rhododendron poisoning?
Watch for drooling and vomiting, weakness and stumbling, slow or abnormal heart rate, collapse in severe cases. Signs can come on quickly or be delayed depending on how much your pet was exposed to.
What should I do if my pet was exposed to azalea & rhododendron?
Call your vet or a poison hotline right away and head in. Note how much your pet ate.
Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control. This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. In any suspected poisoning, contact your vet or a poison hotline right away.
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