How important is the subject of toxic or poisonous plants to livestock or equine producers? Effects on animal health from consuming or contacting potentially toxic plants can range from none to death.
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals reports that toxic exposure to plants and fungi was responsible for 8.1% of the calls to its animal poison control center in 2023.
Poinsettias, the festive red plants, are mildly toxic to pets like cats and dogs. Their sap can cause skin and stomach irritation, while ingestion can lead to vomiting and diarrhea. Although ...