Is Calamansi Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

All parts of the calamansi plant are harmful to cats, causing mild gastrointestinal upset and skin irritation due to light sensitivity.

Calamansis are most toxic to dogs in their fruits, which have the highest concentration of tempting but harmful toxins.

Calamansi poisoning in dogs can be severe, causing symptoms from upset stomach to extreme cases like tremors and death.

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Is Calamansi toxic to cat?

All parts of the calamansi plant contain compounds that are mildly to moderately harmful to cats. Ingestion tends to cause mild gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting and diarrhea. The chemicals contained in the plant also cause light sensitivity, which can lead to skin irritation when exposed to sunlight. The symptoms often retreat after few hours.

Is Calamansi toxic to dog?

Calamansis are mildly to severely toxic to dogs, depending on how much is ingested, and so it is a good idea to consult a vet if you catch your pet chewing on this plant. All parts may be toxic, but its fruits have the highest concentrations of toxins and are also the most tempting to dogs. Symptoms of calamansi poisoning may range from mild (upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, increased photosensitivity, excessive drooling, lethargy) to extreme (tremors, loss of blood pressure, death), in cases where very large quantities are eaten.

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WARNING

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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