Easter Lily Poisoning

Curious cats exposed to small amounts of plant material, including ingested or inhaled pollen, can suffer renal failure.  Since the discovery of this poisoning related to Easter lilies, most other lilies and related plants have come under suspicion. 

At Easter time, and throughout the year, owners should be aware and prevent access to these plants by their cats.  If an ingestion is observed, if a kitty is seen with evidence (pollen on face) or if a lily plant (or any part of it) is found chewed, arrange for immediate evaluation and care. 

Affected kitties can be saved with early intervention that includes IV fluids.  Other measures are sometimes needed, including medications to increase blood flow to the kidneys, peritoneal dialysis, etc.  Left untreated, many cats will die or suffer severe permanent damage to their kidneys.

Pet Poisonings: Algae | Antifreeze | Chocolate | Easter Lily, Other Lily plants, and Cats | Garbage Intoxication | Grapes and Raisins | Household and Prescription Medications | Lawn and Garden Chemicals | Mushrooms | Poinsettias | Potpourri Oils | Rodent Poisons | Varmint Poisons, Other | Xylitol toxicity

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