Vet's warning over Mother's Day flowers that could kill your pets

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Mother's Day flowers could harm your pets, an expect as warned. As Mothering Sunday approaches, many homes will be filled with colourful bunches, with almost half of British people choosing flowers as their primary gift.

But are you aware that some popular flowers could be dangerous for your pets? Dr Corinne at Petsure sheds light on this often-overlooked danger: "While flowers and plants bring joy, some pose serious health risks to our pets.

Understanding what's toxic and taking preventive steps are crucial," she said. Here's what you need to know: Dangerous plants for dogs and cats: Lilies (all varieties): "Even small amounts of any part of the lily plant can cause fatal kidney failure in cats and make dogs poorly, so avoid these at all costs." Tulips and hyacinths: "Bulbs and leaves contain toxins that cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and tremors." Daffodils: "All parts are toxic, leading to vomiting, abdominal pain, and tremors." Azaleas and rhododendrons: " Causes vomiting, diarrhoea, seizures, and in rare cases even death." Dieffenbachia (dumb cane): "Causes intense mouth irritation and burning, drooling, and vomiting." "This isn't a complete list - there are many more plants and flowers that can cause harm to your pet.

As a general rule, never bring a new plant into your home without checking with your vet if it's safe first." Signs of plant poisoning in dogs and cats Dr Corinne says: "If you think your pet has eaten something poisonous, don't wait for symptoms to worsen before contacting your vet.