Is Watercress Poisonous

September 11, 2024 1 min read

Watercress is mildly toxic to both dogs and cats.

Ingestion of watercress can cause vomiting or diarrhea in pets.

Contact a veterinarian if symptoms cause dehydration or are prolonged.

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Slightly Toxic

Human

Toxic to Pets

Pets

All Parts

Toxic parts to human

All Parts

Toxic parts to pets

Eaten in large doses

Effect methods

Is Watercress toxic to humans?

Although watercress can be found as ingredient in some dog food, it is mildly toxic to many animals.

Is Watercress toxic to cat?

All parts of the watercress (Nasturtium officinale) plant be can mildly toxic to cats when ingested. Symptoms are usually limited to diarrhea or vomiting. Usually, watercress poisoning is self-limiting, but contact a veterinarian if symptoms are prolonged or seem to be causing dehydration.

Is Watercress toxic to dog?

Watercress is mildly toxic to dogs. All parts of the plant contain several irritating compounds; ingestion can cause vomiting or diarrhea, but typically a mild upset stomach is all the occurs. Dogs may accidentally eat watercress if they are given table scraps from a dish that was seasoned with the plant - they rarely go out of their way to eat these plants raw in the wild.

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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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