Is Oleander Poisonous to Pets?
🔴 Highly toxic — call a vet now · Dogs & cats
Oleander is highly toxic. It contains compounds that disrupt the heart, and even small amounts can be life-threatening.
Warning signs to watch for
- •Drooling and vomiting
- •Abnormal heart rate
- •Weakness
- •Collapse
What to do right now
This is an emergency. Go to a vet immediately and bring a sample of the plant.
ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 · Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661
Frequently asked questions
Is oleander poisonous to dogs and cats?
Oleander is highly toxic. It contains compounds that disrupt the heart, and even small amounts can be life-threatening.
What are the symptoms of oleander poisoning?
Watch for drooling and vomiting, abnormal heart rate, weakness, collapse. 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 oleander?
This is an emergency. Go to a vet immediately and bring a sample of the plant.
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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