A note on LiliesAll parts of lilies are considered toxic to cats and
consuming even small amounts can cause severe poisoning. If there is a lily in
your home, there is always the chance that your cat could be accidentally
exposed. For this reason, cat owners should avoid exposing their cats to plants
of the Liliaceae and Hemerocallis family.
Within only a few hours of ingestion of the plant material,
the cat may vomit, become lethargic, or develop a lack of appetite. These signs
continue and worsen as kidney damage progresses. Without prompt and proper
treatment by a veterinarian, the cat will develop kidney failure in
approximately 36-72 hours.
Poison Help Line for animals
The Animal Poison Control
Center is an emergency hotline providing 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-week
telephone assistance to veterinarians and animal owners. There is a $50
consultation fee paid by the animal owner, veterinarian or product manufacturer.
Animal Poison Control Center
1-888-426-4435.
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