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Is Wild garlic Poisonous

September 11, 2024 2 min read
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Wild garlic contains sulfides harmful to humans, causing indigestion, nausea, vomiting, and painful colic.
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Cats are highly vulnerable to wild garlic, exhibiting physical distress and requiring immediate veterinary care upon ingestion.
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Dogs can suffer severe symptoms from wild garlic ingestion, including gastrointestinal upset and lethargy, needing urgent veterinary treatment.
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Slightly Toxic
Human
Toxic to Pets
Pets
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves, Roots, Seeds, Stems
Toxic parts to human
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves, Roots, Seeds, Stems
Toxic parts to pets
Eaten in large doses
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Is Wild garlic toxic to humans?

Wild garlic has a strong garlicky/oniony scent when mature, and may be tempting to children and even unaware adults. Every part of it contains sulfides, which are harmful to humans when ingested. It normally causes various types of digestive upset, from indigestion, nausea, and vomiting to painful colic. Keep children and cognitively impaired people away from this plant.

Is Wild garlic toxic to cat?

Wild garlic is recognized for its toxicity to cats. When cats accidentally consume any part of wild garlic, including flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, seeds, or stems, they risk being poisoned. Poisoned cats might exhibit various symptoms indicating physical distress, which may also suggest a disruption of their normal bodily functions. Due to the serious nature of such incidents, it is imperative to seek immediate veterinary care to provide the necessary treatments and support for the affected feline. Observing any unusual behavior or signs of illness after exposure to wild garlic should be treated with urgency.

Is Wild garlic toxic to dog?

Wild garlic is classified as a toxic plant to dogs. Dogs can be poisoned by this plant if they consume it accidentally. The toxic parts of wild garlic include its flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, seeds, and stems, meaning that ingestion of any part of the plant could potentially lead to poisoning. Symptoms of poisoning in dogs may vary but can include gastrointestinal upset, lethargy, and more severe signs depending on the amount ingested. It is imperative for dog owners to monitor their pets closely and prevent access to wild garlic. If a dog is suspected to have ingested any part of wild garlic, it is crucial to seek immediate veterinary care to ensure the best possible outcome for the pet.
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The judgment on toxicity and danger is for reference only. We DO NOT GUARANTEE any accuracy of such judgment. Therefore, you SHALL NOT rely on such judgment. It is IMPORTANT TO SEEK PROFESSIONAL ADVICE in advance when necessary.
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