Is Yew Poisonous to Pets?
🔴 Highly toxic — call a vet now · Dogs & cats
Yew is highly toxic to pets. It affects the heart and can cause sudden death, even from a small amount of the plant.
Warning signs to watch for
- •Trembling and difficulty breathing
- •Weakness
- •Sudden collapse
- •Sudden death in severe cases
What to do right now
This is a true emergency. Go to a vet immediately with a sample of the plant.
ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 · Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661
Frequently asked questions
Is yew poisonous to dogs and cats?
Yew is highly toxic to pets. It affects the heart and can cause sudden death, even from a small amount of the plant.
What are the symptoms of yew poisoning?
Watch for trembling and difficulty breathing, weakness, sudden collapse, sudden death 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 yew?
This is a true emergency. Go to a vet immediately with a sample of the plant.
Sources: Pet Poison Helpline. This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. In any suspected poisoning, contact your vet or a poison hotline right away.
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